GLOBAL CHEMICAL PROCESS EXPERT

GLOBAL CHEMICAL PROCESS EXPERT - Italy (Mortara - PV) Is your strength providing high level chemical process competency to support the development and industrialization of new chemical products? Do you see it as a challenge to work in a global function/position in an international environment? What are you going to do? Actively participate in the industrialization of new processes, analyzing industrial needs, collaborating in the definition of supporting laboratory experiments, and assessing the suitability of existing lines to produce new products or to relocate from/to other sites. Define stability and calorimetric tests for new processes or production transfers, providing support in process risk assessments, and preparing energy and material balances, including recycling and recovery flows for the industrial line. Support the design of process flow diagrams and P&IDs, and prepare start-up procedures and tuning initiatives. Study, analyze, and propose optimization measures for process parameters (yield, energy requirements, batch size, cycle time, capacity, technology & equipment, quality, process and quality consistency, and degree of automation) and synthesis routes, providing support for the resolution of process deviations through root cause analyses methodology. We are looking for someone who cares about chemical process optimization and efficiency, provides high-level competencies, and helps support the global/local organization to achieve its operational goals! Who are we? We are an important player in the UV technology market, specialized in producing raw materials for adhesives, lacquers, and paints that harden using UV. Our head office is in The Netherlands, with locations worldwide where we work every day on the success of our organization. We have grown rapidly in recent years and now employ over 700 employees worldwide, with 100 in IGM Italy, most based in our production plant in Mortara (PV) and some in our research lab in Gerenzano (VA). Who are you? You have a Master’s degree in organic or industrial chemistry and at least ten years of experience in laboratory and industrial processes across a wide range of technologies. You possess knowledge and experience in various chemical processes, including Friedel Crafts, halogenations, diazotation, (trans)esterification, hydrogenation, and transformations with high thermal risk potential. You have knowledge of physical chemistry and analytical methodologies. You enjoy working in a group to achieve common goals, liaising with internal and external stakeholders fluently in both Italian and English. You’ll be based in Italy (Mortara) with a direct reporting line to the Operations Technical Director, and a willingness to travel (especially to China) is essential. If what you read above appeals to you, then we could well be a match! What do we offer? We work in a complex and challenging context, providing opportunities to learn and grow. Join a team with a nice mix of people with different seniority, backgrounds, and experience within a growing company with a clear vision. You will find a dynamic and diverse working culture, flexibility towards working hours and location, and opportunities for personal development. Do we fit into your picture? If you are interested in learning more about this position and our organization, please send your CV to ..., and we will contact you as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr