Job Title:

Production Chemist II

Job Description:

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role:

Our site in Entegris Canada - Toronto is seeking a Production Chemist II to join our team. The person will be responsible for manufacturing intermediate and FG products according to predefined procedures and within health and safety operating procedures.

What You’ll Do:

• Proper use and care of equipment. Inspection, integrity testing, solvent and product clearance, multi-stage cleaning, assistance with maintenance activities. Must be comfortable working with pyrophoric, toxic, and aggressive chemicals (with proper PPE and safety measures in place)

• Rigid adherence to production specifications and procedures. Adherence to safety when charging reactors, distillation, purification, recovery of product and waste, solid and liquid phase recoveries

• Strict compliance with housekeeping protocol, Health & Safety requirements. Verification of PPE, safeguards on equipment, routine 5S activities, TDM participation, initiating/follow-up/closure of pre-start and process safety requirements

• Ensuring all required documentation is current, complete and accurate. Documentation must meet the cGMP regulations, reviewed routinely and contemporaneous entries

• Working to improve your skills and those of your colleagues. Working with peripheral departments on new initiatives, RnD, new advances with processes, new technology and new techniques

• Developing and maintaining additional thorough understanding of chemicals used in manufacturing, production procedures and underlying chemistry. All safeguards with materials in the RM form, intermediate and FG processes including packaging

• Supporting team members with your sound understanding of safe operations in the plant. Conducting process and safety training, proper movement and storage of RM, Int and FG materials. Contribute to follow-up testing for processing and FG filling

• Working 12-hour shifts, rotating day/night every month. Week 1 – 36hrs, Week 2- 48 hrs, rotation of 1-month nights 1-month days rotated monthly

What We Seek:

• Enthusiasm for acquiring new skills

• Strong interpersonal and team communication skills. Capable of working alternate (monthly) days and night 12hr shifts

• Strict attention to detail at all times (following procedures, documentation, equipment usage, chemical storage/disposal/handling)

• Comfort working in an ethnically diverse working environment

• Ability to lift 50 pounds, move 300G drums on wheels, routine valve manipulations

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

• Bachelors Science degree in chemistry or college diploma in chemical technology or a related field

• 1-3 years of experience preferred

• Preferred experience working with toxic, flammable, pyrophoric, or organic chemistries

• Experience in a chemical manufacturing plant is an asset

• Technical Competence/Skill

• Dedication to excellence

• Being respectful of team members and forming productive partnerships

• Scaffolding others and collaborating with colleagues to propose new solutions and implement new ways to add value

• Demonstrate a safety-first working environment and actively contribute to a safe working environment

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Generous RRSP plan with an impressive employer match

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

• Flexible work schedule and 10 paid holidays a year

• Vacation policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

• Education assistance to support your learning journey

• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

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