Polymer Development Chemist

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring for a leading global life sciences company known for developing innovative laboratory, analytical, and manufacturing solutions in Sunnyvale, CA.

Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Pay: $30- $40/ hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Standard business hours
Contract: 1-Year Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

Position Overview

The Polymer Development Chemist will provide technical expertise in polymer chemistry and manufacturing processes while supporting day-to-day production operations, process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands-on role that works closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and R&D teams to ensure processes are efficient, scalable, and consistently produce high-quality products. The Chemist will also support batch record generation and review, technical documentation, deviation investigations, in-process testing, and implementation of new components, part changes, and manufacturing protocols.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in chemistry and polymer chemistry, hands-on manufacturing or process development experience, and experience working with UPLC and/or IC columns.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and optimize polymer chemistry processes and chromatography column conditions to improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, yield, and consistency.

• Provide hands-on, day-to-day troubleshooting support to manufacturing teams and help resolve process-related issues in real time.

• Collaborate with production operators, engineers, quality teams, and R&D to address process deviations and maintain efficient production.

• Support the implementation and scale-up of new processes, component systems, part changes, and manufacturing protocols.

• Perform and support in-process testing and evaluate product and process performance.

• Generate, review, and update batch records, SOPs, technical summaries, and other manufacturing documentation.

• Support the investigation, documentation, and resolution of production deviations.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to identify trends, evaluate performance, and support data-driven process improvements.

• Develop and deliver training for manufacturing operators and technicians on polymer chemistry processes, column packing and testing, safety procedures, and equipment operation.

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert in polymer chemistry and provide guidance to manufacturing teams.

• Partner with R&D to support the successful transfer of new processes into manufacturing and provide recommendations regarding scalability and manufacturability.

• Identify and implement process improvements focused on safety, yield, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

• Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and related methodologies.

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable SOPs, safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Bring

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, preferably with a focus or significant coursework in polymer chemistry.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing support, polymer chemistry, or a related technical role within a chemical, polymer, or life sciences manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on experience with polymer chemistry processes.

• Experience with UPLC columns and/or IC columns is highly desirable.

• Experience with chromatography column packing and testing is a strong plus.

• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing or laboratory processes is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of polymer chemistry, process development, and chemical manufacturing processes.

• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to analyze process data, identify trends, and recommend improvements.

• Strong documentation skills, including experience with SOPs, batch records, technical reports, or deviation documentation.

• Ability to train and support technical or manufacturing personnel.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

• Familiarity with process modeling or statistical analysis software is a plus.

What Makes Someone Successful?

The successful candidate will be someone who is:

• Hands-on and technically curious, with the ability to troubleshoot issues directly on the manufacturing floor.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Strong in polymer chemistry and process understanding.

• Detail-oriented when working with documentation, testing, and quality requirements.

• Comfortable collaborating with operators, engineers, quality, and R&D teams.

• Able to translate laboratory and chemistry knowledge into practical manufacturing solutions.

• Safety-conscious and committed to following established procedures and quality standards.

Why Work with Adecco?

• $30/hour

• 1-Year Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

• Weekly pay

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits

• 401(k) plan

• Access to skills training and upskilling programs

• Dedicated Adecco recruiter throughout your assignment

Important: This position is being recruited by Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences and requires a Chemistry degree with relevant polymer chemistry experience. Candidates should be prepared to work 100% onsite in Sunnyvale, CA.

Pay Details: $30.00 to $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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