CHEMICAL PROCESS TECHNICIAN - 2026-5920

Coon Rapids, MN

About rms Company

The Chemical Process Tech will be responsible for designing, implementing and optimizing chemical processes and systems. Will work on various projects from improving existing processes to developing new ones. This position will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure that processes meet safety, quality and efficiency standards.

Responsibilities

Chemical Process Tech Duties and Responsibilities

Handle, store and transport chemical materials during the process of operating and monitoring hazardous chemicals.
Accurately and completely fill out required paperwork including details such as process conditions, test results and instrument readings.
Maintain calibration schedule for lab equipment.
Uphold rms company’s standards for quality and safety through continuous improvement activities and adherence to applicable environmental, safety and health regulations and policies.
Perform necessary preventative maintenance on instrumentation according to identified metrology schedules.
Oversee day to day chemical bath monitoring responsibilities of the rms Orthopaedic, Pacing, Cardio and Connector divisions.
Perform requests for analysis and submit reports on results using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).
Perform requests for analysis and submit reports on results using Fourier-transform infrared spectrometer (FTIR).
Establish and develop processes and procedures for cleaning and passivation.
Troubleshoot current processes.
- Work with engineering to improve processes that are not meeting expected efficiencies or that yield high scrap rates.
- Analyze processes to identify the root cause with engineering and production employees
- Work with engineering to develop a written procedure that would improve the process.
- Some levels of inspection may be required to identify the root cause of chemical processing issues.
Support actions for implementing cost reduction projects with engineering and production employees.

Qualifications

Chemical Process Tech Qualifications

Experience as a chemical operator or equivalent experience.
Ability to understand basic acid-base chemistry.
Ability to create professional reports and validations according to ISO, GMP and ASTM standards.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.
Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal instructions of technical operations and procedures to non-technical operators.
Ability to comply with all mandatory Environmental, Health and Safety standards.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with process validation.
Knowledge of testing methods such as FTIR, Cytotoxicity, Gravimetric Analysis.
Knowledge of waste treatment regulations for MN.
Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations.
Experience working in an ISO or GMP environment.
Knowledge of GLP (Good laboratory practices).
Knowledge of Electron microscopy.

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

Onsite Clinic
Paid Parental Leave
Monthly Social Events
Annual Employee Appreciation Week
Volunteer Opportunities
Training and Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Pay Range

CHEMICAL PROCESS TECHNICIAN - 2026-5920

Coon Rapids, MN

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About rms Company

Responsibilities

Chemical Process Tech Duties and Responsibilities

Handle, store and transport chemical materials during the process of operating and monitoring hazardous chemicals.
Accurately and completely fill out required paperwork including details such as process conditions, test results and instrument readings.
Maintain calibration schedule for lab equipment.
Uphold rms company’s standards for quality and safety through continuous improvement activities and adherence to applicable environmental, safety and health regulations and policies.
Perform necessary preventative maintenance on instrumentation according to identified metrology schedules.
Oversee day to day chemical bath monitoring responsibilities of the rms Orthopaedic, Pacing, Cardio and Connector divisions.
Perform requests for analysis and submit reports on results using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).
Perform requests for analysis and submit reports on results using Fourier-transform infrared spectrometer (FTIR).
Establish and develop processes and procedures for cleaning and passivation.
Troubleshoot current processes.
- Work with engineering to improve processes that are not meeting expected efficiencies or that yield high scrap rates.
- Analyze processes to identify the root cause with engineering and production employees
- Work with engineering to develop a written procedure that would improve the process.
- Some levels of inspection may be required to identify the root cause of chemical processing issues.
Support actions for implementing cost reduction projects with engineering and production employees.

Qualifications

Chemical Process Tech Qualifications

Experience as a chemical operator or equivalent experience.
Ability to understand basic acid-base chemistry.
Ability to create professional reports and validations according to ISO, GMP and ASTM standards.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.
Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal instructions of technical operations and procedures to non-technical operators.
Ability to comply with all mandatory Environmental, Health and Safety standards.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with process validation.
Knowledge of testing methods such as FTIR, Cytotoxicity, Gravimetric Analysis.
Knowledge of waste treatment regulations for MN.
Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations.
Experience working in an ISO or GMP environment.
Knowledge of GLP (Good laboratory practices).
Knowledge of Electron microscopy.

rms Company Benefits

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

Onsite Clinic
Paid Parental Leave
Monthly Social Events
Annual Employee Appreciation Week
Volunteer Opportunities
Training and Development Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program

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