Industrial Chemist
hace 8 días
Cicero
Job Description Seeking an Industrial Chemist for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Cicero, IL. The Industrial Chemist will join our team in the formulation, testing, and quality control of both automotive lubricants, thermal transfer fluids, and machining & cutting oil. This role requires a strong foundation in applied chemistry, with responsibilities across product development, regulatory compliance, and production support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with fluid formulation and testing, and a deep understanding of performance, stability, and industry specifications. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Formulation & Development • Develop and optimize formulations for engine oils, gear oils, transmission fluids, greases, and synthetic/organic thermal transfer fluids (i.e., glycol-based, hydrocarbon, silicone-based), • Select appropriate base oils, additives, inhibitors, and stabilizers to meet performance and environmental standards, • Perform laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using techniques such as:, • Viscosity, pour point, flash point, TBN, oxidation stability (for lubricants), • pH, thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, corrosion resistance, and stability (for thermal fluids), • Ensure all testing complies with applicable standards (ASTM, SAE, API, ISO, DIN, etc), • Support R&D projects to improve product performance, efficiency, and sustainability, • Investigate field and production issues, including thermal degradation, fluid breakdown, contamination, and product consistency, • Prepare and maintain up-to-date product Technical Data Sheets (TDS) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), • Ensure compliance with global chemical safety and labeling standards such as GHS, REACH, and OEM-specific lubricant requirements, • Collaborate with production teams to scale up formulations and support continuous improvement, • Monitor and optimize blending and packaging processes, • Implement corrective actions for process deviations and contribute to root cause analysis Job Requirements • Education: BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline, • Proficient in physical and chemical analysis of fluids using standard lab instrumentation (i.e., viscometers, FTIR, GC, ICP, flash point testers), • Solid understanding of lubricant performance additives and thermal degradation mechanisms, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Excellent communication, documentation, and team collaboration abilities, • Experience with tribology, engine testing, or fluid maintenance in field applications, • Understanding of heat transfer systems (i.e., industrial boilers, chillers, solar thermal systems), • Familiarity with OEM requirements and international standards for lubricants and heat transfer fluids Other Details • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-330pm, fully onsite, • Duration: Direct Hire, • Location: Cicero, IL Benefits • Health insurance, vision insurance, PTO, Paid TIme Off, 401kCompany DescriptionReal People. Real Connections. Real Results. That's the Messina Talent Advantage. For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations. Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.Real People. Real Connections. Real Results.\r\n\r\nThat's the Messina Talent Advantage.\r\n\r\nFor more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.\r\n\r\nMessina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.