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Technician Specialist- Future Opportunities

W. R. Grace & Co.
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Band Grade : 6-B

Annual Wage Range : $60,300.00 - $73,700.00

Other Compensation : Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses

Benefits : U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Final salary and compensation will be based on several factors including candidate qualifications and experience, geographical location, market, and business considerations.

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

At Grace, one of our critical positions we routinely hire for is a Technician Specialist. This role supports different aspects of our front-end development and / or enhancements of our products. As a Technician Specialist you may work in a variety of different departments such as R&D, Pilot Plant, Analytical Services, and other Laboratory-related departments. To support the need for hiring talent, we are developing a pool of candidates to support our future staffing needs at the following locations : Columbia or Curtis Bay MD; Chicago, IL; Baton Rouge, LA; Pasadena, TX.

The following information outlines typical skills and experiences required for a Technician Specialist. However, depending on the specific job opening, the requirements will adjust accordingly.

If you're interested in exploring an opportunity with Grace, please submit your resume. You will be notified when a position becomes available and sent information on a specific job opening.

Responsibilities

Example of Job Responsibilities that may be included :

  • Assists engineers and scientists with a variety of laboratory tasks in environments that could include :

o Laboratory

o Pilot Plant

o Large-scale Manufacturing

  • Performs chemical analyses and scientific tests using both routine and techniques in compliance with all safety standards.
  • Collects, analyzes and processes laboratory samples.
  • Records results of tests, organizes data, performs basic computations, and prepares reports and analyses using standard procedures and guidelines. Active participation in required local safety program, along with the ability to work safely and maintain a clean and orderly lab
  • environment.
  • Operates, maintains and makes basic repairs of laboratory equipment, including instrumentation such as GC, ACE, DCR, Particle size, XRF, Leco, etc
  • Performs tasks associated with the daily operation of Pilot Plant equipment including but not limited to using Pumps, Reactors, Spray Dryers, Flash Dryers, Mills, Filters, and Calciners.
  • Safely handle, store, and transport chemicals including potentially hazardous chemicals.
  • Works with Word and Excel spreadsheets for data recording, data processing, and reports.
  • Performs necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work area.
  • Demonstrates a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Example of Work Schedule that may be included :

  • 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week or rotating 12 hour shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Overtime may be required.
  • Physical Requirements

    Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials

    Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials

    Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.

    Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.

    Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

    Required Qualifications

    Example of Required Qualifications :

  • H.S. diploma or GED equivalent years of experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Scient, Technology, Engineering or Math.
  • Knowledge in basic chemistry and strong mathematical aptitude.
  • Experience in laboratory techniques, analytical chemistry, or a similar scientific method
  • Strong mechanical aptitude that includes experience working with different types of industrial equipment.
  • Knowledge of SAP.
  • LI-CA1

    Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Grace Wellness Program
  • Flexible Workplace
  • Retirement Plans
  • 401(k) Company Match - Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Parental Leave (salaried only)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Donation Match Program
  • U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

    Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and / or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

    Salary : $60,300 - $73,700

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