Job Description
Ecolab is seeking a Chemist to join our team in Houston, TX. As a Chemist, you'll lead hands-on testing and method development to support product development, product line maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute technical insights, and play a key role in refining test protocols and delivering data that drives customer value.
Position Details: - Location: Houston Technology Center
- Work Week & Shift: 5 days a week in office at Houston Technology Center; Monday-Friday
What's in it For You: - Starting on Day 1 : Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
- The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
What You Will Do: - Conduct application and laboratory testing to support customer-driven and internal technical projects, including analytical testing, material evaluation, and equipment performance assessments
- Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams to generate, record, and communicate laboratory data that supports innovative solutions and product improvements
- Gather and analyze data, summarize findings in technical reports, and share results with both internal stakeholders and external customers
- Maintain and manage databases of technical reports and documentation
- Prepare for and participate in customer tours and team meetings, contributing technical insights and updates
- Build strong internal and external networks to coordinate specialized testing and convert findings into actionable, customer-facing reports
- Document and improve test methods, developing new protocols and enhancing precision and accuracy through statistical experiments
- Lead small-scale technical projects focused on product improvements, cost savings, or regulatory compliance, while ensuring adherence to lab safety and 5S standards
Minimum Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED
- 2 years working experience
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
- Immigration sponsorship is not offered for this role
Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or relevant science discipline
- Proficiency and expertise in utilizing, calibrating, and maintaining technical laboratory equipment
- Experience with statistical methods for data analysis and trending
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, including excellent oral and technical writing capabilities
- Experience multi-tasking and manage numerous projects simultaneously
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range The pay range for this position is $64,300.00 - $96,500.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
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Potential Customer Requirements Notice To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
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