Process Chemist

FUTAMURA USA

Futamura  is committed to its employees and their families by offering one of the most competitive benefits packages in the market.  We can likely beat your current company on insurance premium costs, levels of coverage, out of pocket expenses and savings toward retirement.

Medical Insurance

401K + Company Match

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Vision Insurance

Prescription Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Disability Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

The Process Chemist performs routine and non-routine analyses of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. This role requires strong proficiency in analytical chemistry and the use of a wide range of analytical instruments and test methods to ensure product quality and support manufacturing operations.  This position works in our Quality Control Department.  Standard schedule is M-F 7 : 30 to 4 PM with flexibility based on business need.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory support for plant trials by performing timely testing, delivering clear feedback, and maintaining a detailed database of trial conditions and outcomes.
• Update and revise standard operating procedures as needed; support special projects involving analytical method development, instrument troubleshooting, and process validation.
• Apply effective troubleshooting techniques to identify root causes and develop strategies to resolve issues using all available resources.
• Collaborate with other departments to jointly troubleshoot process issues related to chemical analysis (e.g., composition, concentration, material properties).
• Manage time effectively to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate and plan high-priority work, including organizing meetings, setting timelines, and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Establish reasonable deadlines for high-priority tasks, communicate timelines to the department head, and provide regular progress updates.
• Work with technical teams to support research, product development, and process improvements.
• Perform analytical testing using instruments such as :
• High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Gas Chromatography (GC)
• Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Automated Titrator
• Universal Testing Machine (UTM) for tensile, compression, and material strength testing
• Calculate product characteristics including purity, particle size, and hardness.
• Record sampling and testing data to maintain accurate and complete quality records.
• Train lab technicians on laboratory procedures, equipment use, and quality standards.
• Develop test methods required for quality laboratory analyses.
• Prepare test solutions, reagents, and compounds for use by plant personnel.
• Assist the QC Supervisor with analytical problem-solving and instrument-related projects.
• Perform instrument calibrations.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with personnel across departments.
• Create and maintain Quality Control trend analysis reports for assigned criteria.
• Enter test results into the manufacturing system and / or communicate findings to the appropriate departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We make  NatureFlex  and Cellophane packaging films.  These are biodegradable and compostable products to help reduce plastic pollution around the world!  Since they are made from renewable wood pulp as a raw material, we essentially make transparent paper.  Check out the process  here .

Compostable packaging is a rapidly expanding market.  As a result, Futamura is in the process of a major expansion to keep up with the growing demand for our products.    We are looking for good people with a drive for advancement to come join our team.

The Futamura Group was established in Japan in 1950 and is now a global operation specializing in high added value packaging products. Our products are shipped around the world and are utilized by major brands and specialized markets.

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