at Chemours in Newark, Delaware, United States
Job Description
As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLD
From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.
Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries-one improvement at a time.
Chemours is seeking a Process Development Manager to join our growing Technology team! This position will report directly at our Newark, DE location.
In Thermal & Specialty Solutions, we harness next-generation, low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) technology to provide market driven innovations to customers in the areas of Refrigerants, Propellants, Fire Protection, Foam Blowing Agents used in various systems for building and construction segments, and Mobile and Stationary heating and cooling systems. Our technical organization consists of experts in the areas of fluorine chemistry, catalysis, process development, analytical and formulation science, and application development to name a few. This highly visible role will lead a technical team composed of Associate and Principal Investigators, Synthetic Chemist, and Process Engineers that lead the innovation process of thermal management solutions that will solve some of the most significant challenges in society.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
+ Lead the process technology organization with a strong focus on development of new manufacturing processes to commercialize new products
+ Support manufacturing sites in all regions to resolve complex process problems or to achieve capacity release goals
+ Identify, evaluate, and implement new process technologies to advance green manufacturing
+ Develop and retain top talent and competencies of the organization
+ Provide EHS guidance to laboratory operation and pilot units located at Chemours Discovery Hub and Experimental Station respectively
+ Manage monthly budget and R&D Capex spending
+ Work closely with Product growth team to align on programs and timelines on the growth projects
+ Support Manufacturing Technology organization to achieve the business goals on Sustainability, Agile process optimization, and Capacity release
+ Work closely with procurement to evaluate options for contract partners to support technology development and transfer technology
+ Oversee external collaboration with universities, National Labs, suppliers, among others to accelerate innovation in process development
+ Develop strong team culture to build effective team in supporting technology objectives
+ Manage ambiguity with confidence and being the leader for the change
+ Deliver strong results by influencing the team, allocation of resources meets critical milestones
+ Decision making which supports the overall technical goals with close alignment with technology director and input from technology organization
The following is required for this role:
+ Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Science or Engineering plus 5-10 years of experience in technical roles, or Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering plus 5-15 years of experience in technical roles
+ Proven leadership and people management experience within a technical role
+ Demonstrated experience in process safety management (PSM) and with chemical handling
+ Ability to travel occasionally
+ Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
The following is preferred for this role :
+ An advanced technical degree in science/engineering (PhD or equivalent years of field experience)
+ Experience with high-hazard operations
+ Demonstrated experience with fluorochemical handling preferred
+ Experience with the Intellectual Property process for patent filling
+ Demonstrated experience in working directly in a lab or manufacturing setting
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
401(k) Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
Company-paid Volunteer Days
We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified by Great Place to Work® .
Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. (https://www.chemours.com/en/careers)
Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.
Chemours is an E-Verify employer
Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation
Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position
In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.
Pay Range (in local currency):
$134,400.00 – $210,000.00
Chemours Level:
28
Annual Bonus Target:
16%
The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.
At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry.”
A new company. A new purpose. A new commitment to customers and chemistry. We are Chemours. And even more exciting is how our employees are committed to be catalysts for better. The word “ours” is in our name intentionally. It is about our employees, our customers and our world. Our values are simple: We seek to put our customers first always. We encourage creativity and simplicity. We give you the ability to operate with the innovation and enthusiasm of an entrepreneur. We are obsessed with making our world safe and we do this all with unshakable integrity – doing what is right. See chemistry in a different way at Chemours.
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