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Chemistry Technician
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Progressive
La Porte, TX (In Person)
$57,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Chemistry Technician (Pilot Plant & R D Lab) 📍 La Porte, TX | Full-Time Are you passionate about chemistry, hands-on experimentation, and seeing molecules turn into real-world products? We're looking for a Chemistry Technician to join a growing team developing next-generation renewable specialty chemicals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career-or an experienced lab professional-who enjoys working with reactions, solving problems, and building things in the lab and pilot plant . What You'll Do You'll play a key role supporting chemists and engineers in developing and scaling innovative chemical technologies, working across both lab and pilot plant environments. Pilot Plant & Reactor Operations Operate lab-scale and pilot reactors (stirred vessels, Parr reactors, fixed bed systems) Charge reactors with catalysts, solvents, and substrates under inert atmosphere (glovebox/Schlenk techniques) Run experiments involving temperature, pressure, and gas handling Perform sampling, monitoring, and controlled shutdowns Execute post-run workups (filtration, purification, distillation) Analytical & QC Support Prepare and analyze samples (GC, Karl Fischer, viscosity, titrations) Track reaction progress and document observations (e.g., color change, gas uptake, viscosity) Support QC lab activities and ensure data accuracy Equipment & Lab Operations Maintain gloveboxes, gas systems, pumps, and pressure equipment Troubleshoot small-scale equipment, piping, and distillation setups Ensure lab organization, chemical storage, and readiness Safety & Compliance Work safely with air-sensitive, flammable, and pressurized systems Conduct hazard reviews and follow strict safety protocols Support PSM-related activities and regulatory compliance Documentation & Improvement Maintain detailed lab notebooks and batch records Capture experimental data with precision and rigor Contribute to SOPs and continuous improvement efforts What We're Looking For Required Associate or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, or related field Hands-on lab experience (academic, internship, or industry) Experience or exposure to air-sensitive techniques (glovebox, Schlenk line) Understanding of chemical safety and lab best practices Strong attention to detail and documentation skills Preferred Experience with pressurized reactors or hydrogenation systems Familiarity with GC, moisture analysis, or similar techniques Background in R D, pilot plant, or specialty chemicals Mechanical aptitude (equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, piping) Who You Are Curious and eager to learn-whether you're early career or experienced Hands-on and comfortable working with equipment, reactions, and analytical tools Safety-focused and detail-oriented A strong communicator who enjoys working across teams Motivated by innovation, sustainability, and creating real-world value Why Join? Be part of a team developing new, renewable chemical technologies Gain exposure to scale-up, pilot plant operations, and process development Work in an environment where your contributions directly impact innovation Opportunity to grow your technical and practical skill set quickly Compensation $45,000
- $70,000 depending on experience Entry (0-2 yrs): $45K
- $55K Mid-level (3-7 yrs): $55K
- $70K Apply If you're excited about working at the intersection of chemistry, innovation, and real-world applications, we'd love to connect.