Process Technology Specialist I

at Solenis, LLC in Wilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visitwww.solenis.comor follow us on social media. About Solenis Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company's product portfolio includes advanced water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and digital monitoring systems designed to improve operational efficiency, enhance product quality, and protect critical assets. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Solenis operates 69 manufacturing facilities globally and employs over 16,000 professionals across 130 countries. Solenis has been recognized as a U.S. Best Managed Company for multiple consecutive years. Overview The Process Technology Specialist I plays a critical role within the Global Process Technology organization, acting as the bridge between R D, plant operations, and commercial teams to deliver safe, efficient, and scalable manufacturing solutions. This position is responsible for supporting product commercialization, optimizing manufacturing processes, and improving cost, quality, and productivity across the Solenis plant network. The role operates in a "hub-and-spoke" model-coordinating information across multiple functions without direct authority-while driving execution at plant sites. Key Responsibilities Product Scale-Up & Commercialization (25%) Lead and support plant-scale trials for new product introductions Adapt lab-developed formulations to full-scale manufacturing environments Collaborate with R D and operations to ensure successful commercializationProcess Optimization & Continuous Improvement (25%) Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase productivity Troubleshoot plant performance issues using data analysis and operational insights Drive best practices across manufacturing sitesNetwork Capacity & Process Analysis (20%) Conduct capacity, sourcing, debottlenecking, and expansion analysis across the plant network Support decisions on where and how products are manufactured Collaborate with product management on volume forecasts and long-term planningCross-Functional Leadership & Best Practices (20%) Lead product line steering teams across multiple sites Serve as a central point connecting R D, engineering, operations, and business teams Identify and implement standardized best practices across facilitiesCapital Projects & Process Design (10%) Support process design and specification for capital projects Partner with engineering to define equipment requirements (pumps, mixers, tanks) Evaluate manufacturing capabilities and recommend improvementsSourcing & Make/Buy Strategy (10%) Support toll manufacturing evaluations and insourcing initiatives Conduct make-versus-buy analysis and cost assessments Contribute to strategies that optimize plant utilization and cost structure Day-to-Day Activities Analyze plant data and troubleshoot operational challenges Work directly with plant engineers and operators to resolve issues Prepare technical documentation including formulations, specifications, and reports Coordinate and lead discussions with cross-functional stakeholders Spend time on plant floors to observe processes and validate improvements Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field (or equivalent experience) Minimum 5-10... 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