Process & Manufacturing Technologist

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose:

We are currently recruiting for an Polymer Process & Manufacturing Technologist. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Kingston, Ontario.

The Polymer Process & Manufacturing Technologist supports manufacturing, pilot plant, and research and development activities at the Qnity Electronics (formerly DuPont) Kingston Research Facility. The successful candidate will operate and support polymer processing equipment, including extrusion, compounding, mixing, reactors, and distillation systems, while contributing to process development, formulation trials, pilot runs, scale-up activities, and manufacturing support initiatives.

This position requires flexibility to work across production, pilot-scale, and laboratory environments. The successful candidate will be comfortable supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations while also contributing to polymer research, process optimization, and new technology development projects as priorities evolve.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot extrusion, mixing, compounding, reactor, and distillation equipment.

• Support low volume manufacturing campaigns by executing batch processes and ensuring safe, efficient operation of process equipment.

• Mix, stage, and handle polymers, resins, solvents, additives, and other raw materials in accordance with approved procedures and safe handling practices.

• Support polymer compounding, formulation development, process optimization, and technology scale-up projects.

• Assist with reactor operations, including charging materials, monitoring process conditions, sampling, and supporting batch execution.

• Support distillation and separation processes through equipment setup, operation, monitoring, and documentation of key process parameters.

• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, manufacturing, maintenance, and production personnel to execute pilot trials, development programs, manufacturing campaigns, and scale-up activities.

• Collect and document process data, operating conditions, observations, in-process test results, and quality checks in a clear and traceable manner.

• Troubleshoot process upsets and participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action implementation.

• Support equipment commissioning, preventative maintenance, process changeovers, cleanout, and equipment qualification activities.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, process capability, and standard work.

• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant work environment while adhering to all safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

What you will bring:
Technical and Industry Experience:

The ideal applicant will bring a practical, hands-on background in polymer processing, extrusion, compounding, chemical manufacturing and process development. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with production and pilot-scale equipment, process materials, instrumentation, operating procedures, and digital systems used to execute, document, and communicate technical work. Flexibility will be required as assignments move between manufacturing support, pilot operations, and R&D projects; Although most programs are typical day shifts short periods of shiftwork which may include 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts days, evening or nights with weekends could be required pending customer needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: polymer processing, extrusion, compounding, chemical manufacturing, reactor operations, distillation or separation processes, pilot plant operations, or process development.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot technical equipment.
• Experience following operating procedures, batch records, process instructions, safe work practices, and quality systems.
• Experience safely handling polymers, resins, solvents, additives, and other process materials in laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to collect, organize, and communicate process data, operating conditions, observations, and quality results using clear, traceable documentation.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, documentation, housekeeping, and standard work practices.
• Ability to work effectively with manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, and R&D teams.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely handle process materials and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating twin-screw or single-screw extrusion systems.
• Experience with polymer formulation, compounding, plastics manufacturing, or associated in-process testing.
• Experience operating chemical reactors, vacuum distillation systems, or pilot plant equipment.
• Experience supporting process scale-up from laboratory to pilot or commercial production.
• Familiarity with process troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, DOE methodologies, SPC, or continuous improvement tools.
• WHMIS and forklift certification, or the ability to obtain required certification.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• College diploma, advanced diploma, or degree in Chemical Engineering Technology, Polymer Engineering Technology, Chemical Processing, Plastics Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline.

For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $67,077 to $78,914 CAD.
Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at: [email protected]

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

Ready to join us? Apply now to submit your CV.