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Senior Chemical Process Technician

Enpro Inc., Columbia, SC, United States


The Senior Chemical Process Technician is a hands‑on technical individual contributor responsible for the technical execution, process stability, and continuous improvement of plating, finishing, and PTFE operations. This role serves as the technical authority for assigned chemical processes, providing hands‑on technical leadership, supports waste treatment processes, drives process documentation and standardization, and serves as a key technical resource to internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

What You Will Do

Execute and support daily plating, finishing, and PTFE operations to ensure safety, quality, and throughput objectives are met.

Troubleshoot plating and chemical processing issues and lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts, serving as the technical owner through resolution.

Improve existing processes to increase consistency, reliability, and capability.

Lead development and implementation of new plating or coating processes to support expanded capacity and business needs.

Lead standardization of work practices and maintain accurate, up-to-date technical documentation.

Support execution and documentation of wastewater treatment processes in alignment with environmental and regulatory requirements.

Coordinate daily departmental activities and prioritize process‑driven work to meet production demands.

Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Order materials and supplies to support operational continuity.

Provide technical support to Quality, Engineering, and other departments.

Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to operators and technicians through hands‑on coaching and training.

Serve as the primary technical liaison with external suppliers as needed.

What You Will Bring

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong technical background in chemistry, chemical processing, materials science, or related field.

3-5 years of electroplating experience preferred.

Wastewater treatment license preferred, with the expectation that obtaining a class F and D will be required for the job, and progression towards obtaining A and B licenses after six months.

Must possess a strong bias toward safety.

Experience with hazardous waste or wastewater treatment processes.

Experience with small batch silver, nickel, or gold plating.

Experience supporting specialty coating processes.

Demonstrated problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Adaptability in changing production environments.

Operating with imperfect or evolving data.

Comfort with automation, data, and systems.

Enpro Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job. This position involves access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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