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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that gets a rush out of commercializing a new product, then immediately looks for the next exciting product to launch that meets the market needs? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Business development Manager to join our Diagnostic Films business.
This is a remote position with travel as necessary both global and domestic.
This position will report to Senior Director, Portfolio Asset Management, Life Sciences & Intermediates.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Meet or exceed annual revenue target of > 500K$ (new business growth) across Diagnostic Films portfolio.
* Driving Business Growth: Spearhead DF business growth initiatives by driving strategic ecosystem engagements, collaborations, and partnerships.
* Providing Expert Insights: Offer expert insights and recommendations on key dosimetry technological trends to shape strategic decisions.
Guide the development of cutting-edge dosimetry solutions, ensuring alignment with market needs and technological advancements.
Enhance the product portfolio to achieve differentiation in the marketplace and improve positioning.
* Identifying New Business Opportunities: BDMs research markets, analyze trends, and evaluate potential clients or partnerships to expand the company's reach and revenue streams.
They leverage data analytics and market intelligence to make informed decisions and guide strategic initiatives.
* Strategic Planning and Execution: They develop and implement business development strategies, set sales targets, and coordinate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure alignment with company goals.
This includes creating actionable plans, monitoring KPIs, and adjusting strategies based on market feedback.
* Relationship Management: BDMs maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients and partners, ensuring satisfaction and identifying opportunities for upselling or cross-selling.
They also establish new partnerships through networking, meetings, and industry events.
Building Strong Relationships: Forge and nurture relationships with key customers and ecosystem stakeholders.
* Sales and Negotiation: They are involved in pitching products or services, negotiating contracts, and closing deals.
Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential to secure mutually beneficial agreements and drive revenue growth.
* Market Research and Analysis: BDMs continuously monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to identify opportunities and threats.
This research informs strategic decisions and helps maintain a competitive edge.
* Pipeline and CRM Management: They...
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:12
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ISP Technologies Inc.
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Laboratory Technician to join our Ashland, Inc.
(ISP Technologies, Inc.) business at our Texas City, Texas plant.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Quality Assurance function.
This position will report to the Quality Assurance Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Work with the Quality Assurance Department to ensure department and Company goals are achieved and products manufactured at Ashland's Texas City site meet the quality standards required by our customers, ISO, cGMP and other regulatory requirements.
* Perform laboratory tests by: titrations, pH, color measurements, anions by IC, refractive index, viscosity, gas chromatography, spectrophotometers, impurities by HPLC, and other tests as required
* Maintain detailed legible and neat records of analytical work performed in log books, forms, documents and computer entries.
* Perform and document daily and weekly calibration checks, stability checks, system suitability tests of instruments and conduct calculations according to policies and procedures.
* Record and validate data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
* Prepare and standardize solutions as needed to assure solutions are within expiration date.
* Report results, difficulties or abnormalities to appropriate personnel then enter data in appropriate data system when required.
* Compare analytical tests and calculations with published specifications and reports results.
* Properly store and label all chemicals, solutions, and solvents in designated safe storage areas.
* Maintain continuous good housekeeping practices, clean work and break areas, dispose samples as needed, and clean glassware.
* Perform other duties as required.
* Participate in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
* Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety.
* Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others.
What This Role Is Not:
* Not a management position - while you will collaborate with other team members, this is an hourly, union affiliated role with no direct reports
* Not an office b...
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Type: Permanent Location: Texas City, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:11
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Contractor Coordinator/Maintenance Planner
Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Contractor Coordinator/Planner to join our Ashland Specialty Products business at our Hopewell, VA location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the manufacturing function.
This position will report to the Maintenance Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Provide overall coordination and governance of on‑site contractor activities, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, EHS requirements, and contractual obligations.
* Act as the primary facility representative for contractor engagement, including planning, daily coordination, issue resolution, and budget management.
* Ensure contractors meet all site requirements prior to work start, including safety orientation, training, and required documentation.
* Oversee and validate work permitting processes and ensure permits are properly issued, maintained, and closed.
* Lead or support contractor safety audits, inspections, and observations, and follow up on corrective actions as needed.
* Support investigation, documentation, and corrective actions related to contractor incidents, injuries, and near‑miss events.
* Maintain accurate and auditable contractor records, including safety documentation, permits, audits, and orientation records.
* Ensure contractor accountability and coordination during plant emergencies and abnormal operating conditions.
* Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals, and focusing on performance and safety
* Improve the organization's capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent, and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* 5-10 years in chemical manufacturing supporting maintenance or production
* Be able to lift no more than 50 lbs
* HS Diploma or GED
* Demonstrated responsible and ethical behavior at all times
* The ability to help the company drive greater value through understanding the business, making complex decisions, and creating the new and different
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Experience in PSM covered facilities
* Six Sigma certification
* Supervisory experience
Perks of working at Ashland:
* Com...
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Type: Permanent Location: Hopewell, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:10
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ISP Lima LLC
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for an Operator to join our Intermediates business at our Lima, Ohio facility.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Operations function.
This position will report to the Shift Team Leader.
Starting pay is: $31/ hour
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Perform light maintenance and prepare equipment to enable others to safely perform maintenance
* Safe product loading of tank wagons and railcars
* Analytical procedures required for process and quality control, performance monitoring and environmental compliance are performed by BDO Operating Specialists
* Identify, diagnose and troubleshoot process and equipment issues
* Utilization of a distributed control system to monitor and adjust the process
* Willingness to work a rotating seven day per week schedule in all weather conditions
* Ability to understand how systems work
* Ability to respond to emergency situations within the limits of training and qualifications
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* High school diploma or GED
* Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
* Ability to safely lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and wear respiratory protection
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* 3 years' experience in an operating environment
* 5 years' experience in a petrochemical operating environment
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC.
(NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow.
Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care and pharmaceutical.
Visit www.ashland.com to see the innovations we offer.
At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch.
In fact our people, employees, customers and vendors define who we are.
They are the driving force behind everything we do.
Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment.
We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty.
Ashlan...
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Type: Permanent Location: Lima, US-OH
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:10
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Production Engineer to join our Specialty ingredients G.P., business at our Hopewell, VA location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company, and the Plant Engineering and Operations functions.
This position will report to the Natrosol (HEC) Operations Manager.
The Production Engineer will support the Natrosol manufacturing process to achieve targets in safety, production, compliance and quality.
Maintain a presence in the operating area and with operators to resolve daily issues and drive continuous improvement.
The responsiblities of the position include, but not limited to:
* Identify, develop, and drive or assist in the implementation of continuous improvement solutions using lean manufacturing techniques/tools for the entire HEC unit value stream with focus on First Pass Quality (FPQ), optimized operability, increased throughput, elimination of bottlenecks and single point failures.
* Analyze, develop, and implement systems and processes to drive daily optimized quality and stable operating conditions of the HEC unit.
* Provide technical expertise and knowledge base transfer to HEC unit Supervisor/Operation Manager and operators.
* Create production schedules and Finished Product Blend sheets for the HEC Unit.
* Collaborate to expand and support the implementation of Ashland Production System throughout HEC department.
* Develop and standardize metrics for the continuous improvement of the HEC unit.
* Provide technical expertise in the review and improvement of the HEC unit procedures, WI, forms, and all other documents.
* Work with Process Engineers to determine root cause of chronic operating problems
* Support the improvement of the current training system for HEC operators.
* Provide technical support for capital projects in HEC unit.
* Participate and provide technical expertise in HEC unit PHAs and CDAs.
* Provide Management of Change (MOC) support for the HEC unit.
* Provide effective technical support during HEC planned shutdowns and restarts.
* Responsible for technical support in the day-to-day troubleshooting of HEC unit issues.
* Be a positive contributor to the safety and environmental programs of the Hopewell plant.
* Maintain environmental compliance while continually pursuing waste minimization
* Analyzes production and quality data to determine optimum operating conditions
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
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Type: Permanent Location: Hopewell, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:09
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level Technical Service Coatings Scientist to join our Specialty Additives business in Wilmington DE.
This is a significant role within the Company and the R&D function.
This position will report to Senior Scientist.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Design and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate coating additives in paint formulations.
* Formulate and test architectural and industrial coatings to assess additive performance (rheology, wetting, dispersion, durability, etc.).
* Analyze and interpret data to support product development, technical service requests, and customer trials.
* Prepare technical reports, presentations, and customer-facing documentation.
* Collaborate with sales, marketing, and application development teams to provide technical support and recommendations.
* Maintain lab equipment, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
* Support new product launches and competitive benchmarking.
* Develop technical data packages and sales tools for internal and external stakeholders.
* Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety
* Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* BS minimum and MA/MS preferred in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer/Materials Science, or related discipline.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in coatings formulation, additives, or related field;
* Hands-on experience with paint testing methods (viscosity, gloss, scrub resistance, adhesion, opacity).
* Familiarity with coating additives such as rheology modifiers, dispersants, defoamers, wetting agents, and biocides.
* Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data interpretation and reporting.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
* Experience with customer interaction and technical service is a plus.
* Skills and Competencies
* Demonstrated subject matter expertise in coatings additives and formulation.
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage projects.
* Problem-solving and technical ability.
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
* Strong com...
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:08
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ISP Freetown Fine Chemicals Inc
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving? Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a to join our ISP Freetown Fine Chemicals business at our Assonet, MA location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Manufacturing function.
This position will report to the site Environmental Specialist.
Benefits & Perks:
* Sign on Bonus of $3,000
* Hourly Pay range ($35-$40)/hr.
Starting rate is commensurate with experience.
* Comprehensive Benefit package, Medical, Dental and Vision starting on Day 1 for you AND your family.
* 401(k) plan with base contribution and additional company match with automatic company contribution equal to 4% of your annual pay, including overtime and additional 50/50 company match rate of up to 4% annual pay.
* 120 hours paid vacation (15 days), 8 paid company holidays, 4 paid floating holidays
* Team recognition rewards, sponsored lunches and monetary incentives based on performance
* Referral bonus plan - get a job with us and get paid to refer your friends
* Work Schedule- (Monday-Friday)
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Monitor, operate and inspect the Wastewater Treatment Plant and processes both in the field and using the DCS (Honeywell) system to comply with city permit requirements
* Operate and maintain sludge removal and dewatering equipment
* Operate and maintain steam stripping equipment
* Operate and monitor the site's main air abatement units to maintain compliance with state permit
* Assist with hazardous waste management and disposal on site.
This includes loading of drum trucks and bulk tankers
* Sampling of wastewater discharges for monthly reporting
* Minor troubleshooting of equipment, pumps, valves.
Ability to create maintenance work orders through MAXIMO system
* Complete monthly air monitoring of equipment and components to comply with site's LDAR program
* Interface with other site departments as needed to complete day to day operations
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Massachusetts Wastewater License 3-I (Industrial) [or higher]
* Perform material handling operations, including being able to become certified and operate a fork truck
* Heavy lifting and pulling (up to 50lbs)
* Climbing stairs and ladders (greater than 20ft high)
* Mechanical and computer aptitude
* Ability to flex schedule for shift coverage and be on call 24/7 for emergency response
The following skill sets are preferred...
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Type: Permanent Location: Assonet, US-MA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:08
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Ashland Inc.
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Business Unit Planning Lead to join our Specialty Additives business.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the planning function.
This position will report to the Supply Chain Director, Specialty Additives.
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*They role will be a remote opportunity with preference to candidates located near our Hopewell, VA or Wilmington, DE campus
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The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Leading Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) activities for assigned SBUs & regional BU, to balance customer service, capacity, inventory & operational costs.
* Facilitating resolution of near-term supply issues in partnership with Business Management, Commercial teams, and Regional Supply Chain.
* Working with assigned manufacturing locations in the development and execution of production plans.
* Working with Supply Coordinators on resupply planning through hub & spoke networks, for the assigned SBUs.
* Monitoring of key performance metrics focused on service, inventory, and execution to meet targets & drive continuous improvement.
* Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety
* Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* 5 -7-year experience in Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Logistics or Finance within an International working environment.
* Experience with SAP.
* Experience with Advanced Planning software systems preferred.
* Must be proficient in Excel, with access a plus.
* Excellent communication (written & verbal in English), logic, and reasoning skills; additional languages are a plus.
* Positive, results-driven attitude.
* Flexible work schedule preferred to allow support for regions in various time zones.
* Demonstrated responsible and ethical behavior at all times.
* The ability to help the company drive greater value through understanding the business and making complex decisions.
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Bachelor's degree; MBA a plus
* APICS CPIM certification a plus
* Lean / Six Sigma certification if preferred
* Five years of SC planning experience
In more than 100 countries, the...
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:07
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Generalist to join our HR Team in Hopewell, VA, and support the U.S.
Manufacturing function.
This position reports directly to the Senior HRBP.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Perform clerical and administrative HR duties, including document preparation, data entry, filing, and records management, in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
* Support labor relations activities, including maintaining union records, assisting with grievance tracking, and preparing documentation for investigations, hearings, and contract administration
* Serve as a point of contact for employee and union-related inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate communication
* Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle transactions, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant
* Maintain and update HRIS systems with a high degree of accuracy
* Support recruitment and staffing activities, including scheduling interviews and processing candidate paperwork
* Assist with training coordination and tracking employee participation and compliance
* Ensure adherence to collective bargaining agreements, company policies, and applicable labor laws
* Provide administrative support to HR leadership and the Site Manager as needed
What This Role Is Not:
* A remote job.
On-site availability and interaction are required
* A Workday Analyst role
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Proven experience working in an administrative HR role, preferably in a unionized environment
* HS Diploma or equivalent
* Working knowledge of labor relations processes and collective bargaining agreements
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high volumes of documentation and deadlines
* High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
* Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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*Third-party recruiters and agencies ("Agency") should not contact employees of Ashland or its subsidiaries directly.
Any resumes sent by an Agency to a hiring manager, recruiter, or submitted to Ashland's career portal are considered unsolicited and property of Ashland.
Ashland will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless the Agency has a signed contract with Ashland's Human Re...
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Type: Permanent Location: Hopewell, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:07
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Plant Process Engineer to join our Ashland Specialty Ingredients' AquariusTM Film Coatings business at our Wilmington, Delaware plant.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company.
This position will report to the Plant Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Works with the Plant and Quality Manager to establish annual goals and objectives for the site.
* Works with Research and Development on new product introductions.
* Develop new blending procedures to adapt to new ingredients and formulations.
* Daily operational responsibilities include developing/issuing batch manufacturing instructions, as well as color matching existing products to the specified standard.
* Utilizes statistical methods for color matching and process optimization to maintain and improve quality/yields.
* Identifies and implements projects to achieve cost savings and resolve long-term operational safety and quality issues.
* Investigate customer complaints, working closely with operations, quality, and R&D to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
* Support Allen-Bradley PLC system.
* Support internal and external GMP audits.
* Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the site.
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* A Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmaceutical or related discipline.
* One to five years in chemical manufacturing or a pharmaceutical environment.
* Previous cGMP manufacturing experience, including ISO 9001, FSSC22000, IPEC, or FDA Quality Management Systems.
* Individual must be able to respond appropriately during site emergencies as directed by the Site Emergency Manager.
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Experience with color matching is preferred
* Ability to interface well with employees involved in manufacturing, quality control, and members of the site Leadership Team.
* Ability to 1) identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including Corporate, 2) develop and foster a positive work environment at all levels, and 3) resolve conflicts through problem resolution skills.
* Ability to identify Quality improvement opportunities and formulate action plans for implementation.
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:06
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Staff Scientist to join our personal care division at our Bridgewater, NJ facility This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the R&D function.
This position will report to Technical Service Director.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Experience in testing personal care products on consumers.
* Work closely with hair stylist and help troubleshoot formulation issues when necessary
* Work with support groups and the sales team on testing prototypes and market benchmarks
* Develop new testing methodologies to show benefits of existing raw materials in finished formulations
* Interface/collaborate with key customers
* Travel Responsibilities - You will get to see the US and meet your colleagues 10% of the time
* Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety
* Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* A minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 10 years' experience in formulating personal care products.
* 5-7 years' experience in formulating hair care products
* Good people skills and good track record in managing teams and working well with the sales organization.
* Familiar with project management and works well in team environments.
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* M.S.
or Ph.D.
preferred Hair dye formulation is a plus.
* Efficient in statistical and/or image analysis Skin care or make-up formulation is a plus.
* Experienced in evaluating hair care ingredients and developing methodologies to do it.
* Demonstrated responsible and ethical behavior at all times.
* The ability to help the company drive greater value through understanding the business, making complex decisions and creating the new and different
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC.
(NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow.
Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care and p...
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridgewater, US-NJ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:05
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Ashland Inc.
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Ashland LLC business.
This is a fully remote position for a US based candidate.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Finance function.
This position will report to the Business Unit CFO.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Reporting monthly & quarterly performance, forecasting, and annual budgeting for the Americas region and supporting the Americas General Manager for the Business Unit
* Leading economic evaluations of significant research and capital projects and providing decision support for US plants
* Analyzing variances and providing management commentary, including bridges to explain volume, price, cost, and exchange rate-driven variances
* Preparing management presentations and leading monthly results calls with senior management
* Controlling SG&A spend; providing relevant analysis and spend bridges to leadership
* Proactively contributing recommendations to the global management team to improve business performance
* Participating in special projects.
Ad hoc reporting and analysis supporting many internal customers as required
* Travel less than 20%
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* B.S.
in Accounting, Finance or related degree
* 4-6 years of experience in Accounting or Finance with at least 1-2 years in FP&A
* Strong analytical skills, financial planning and analysis background
* High proficiency in MS Excel is required along with a basic knowledge of SAP, Power BI, and Qliktech (or similar ERP, analytical and query applications)
* Must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and the ability to work under tight deadlines
* Must be customer focused and have effective communications skills
* Strive for continuous improvement and be highly self-directed
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Experience in manufacturing or cost accounting, highly preferred
* Manufacturing industry or chemical manufacturing experience
* CPA/CMA/MBA a plus
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC.
(NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow.
Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal ca...
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:05
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Staff Scientist to join our Personal Care R&D business at our Bridgewater, New Jersey.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the R&D function.
This position will report to the Global Skin Care R&D Manager, based in Bridgewater (NJ).
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Formulate prototypes of skin, sun care and color cosmetics products, from concept to launch
* Monitor stability of all batches and troubleshoot when necessary
* Work with support groups to drive projects forward
* Develop new technologies related to skin care
* Interface/collaborate with key customers
* Drive innovation within application projects to meet customer needs/market trends
* Evaluate pre-launch technologies for application
* Work closely with the Applied Research (synthesis) group to adapt proprietary technologies into aesthetically superior skin care products
* Present Ashland technologies to customers
* Develop methods to demonstrate raw material benefits
* Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety
* Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
What This Role Is Not:
* Not an academic researcher - This position involves applied research with direct applications to products.
It is not an opportunity to pursue a research agenda
* Not a management position - while you will collaborate with other team members, this is an individual contributor role with no direct reports
* Not an office based role - You will spend a majority of your time at the lab bench, conducting experiments and handling chemicals
* Not only about R&D - A large portion of your time will be dedicated to iterating on existing products and optimizing formulations based on customer feedback and performance data
* Not a project management position - The focus will be on the technical aspects of the project and we will need someone with specific chemical engineering knowledge to oversee the chemical process
* Not an entry level position - we need a candidate to hit the ground running with solid experience and a background to prove it
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Minimum of 10 years' hands-on formulation...
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridgewater, US-NJ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:04
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ISP Technologies Inc.
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Administrative Support Specialist to join our Ashland, Inc., ISP Technologies, Inc., business at our Texas City, Texas manufacturing plant.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the administrative support function.
This position will report to the Plant Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Provide administrative support to HSE/Training, Quality, and Human Resources to achieve established goals.
* Manage or assist projects involving one or multiple departments.
Act as a liaison between various teams to ensure smooth operations.
* Analyze data, create reports, provide hourly payroll backup (including end of month labor cost and attendance reports) according to union contract while ensuring Company policy compliance, state and federal wage regulations.
* Support other plant administrative functions, i.e., meeting coordination, placing and monitoring FRC safety clothing orders, schedule monthly plant pest control (or initiate when necessary).
* Suggest and assist in improving workflows, procedures, and administrative systems to enhance productivity.
* Monitor daily incoming and outgoing mail, certified correspondence with government agencies, document tracking, SharePoint filing and maintenance, research, filing, scanning and special projects.
* Coordinate, schedule/request and document product sampling and shipment of samples to customers as well as other Ashland locations via FedEx, UPS or other appropriate shipping methods.
* Order lab / testing supplies or any other needs for Quality effectiveness.
* Provide support for all training system activities with focus on maintaining and assisting Quality and EHS/T Departments in updating plant procedures and controlled documents.
* Schedule, confirm and communicate onsite / offsite training sessions as needed for plant employees.
* Maintain and update portions of SharePoint files and pages, (e.g., Quality, HSE/Training files, document storage, training database, etc.)
* Management of incoming Material Safety Data Sheets.
* Participate in Quality and HSE/T initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
* Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of assigned departments and related areas.
What This Role Is Not:
* Not a management position - while you will collaborate with oth...
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Type: Permanent Location: Texas City, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:04
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland LLC has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team at our Kenedy, TX location.
This position will report to Plant Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Place routine purchase orders with suppliers
* Maintain chemical and container inventory and recording
* Procure office supplies, office equipment, office services and printing of plant materials
* Assist in the stocking and reordering of maintenance stores
* Verifies match of purchase order and receipts regarding price, quantity, description, etc.
and authorizes payment of purchase orders and resolves discrepancies
* Sourcing of materials, supplies and services which meet quality requirements at the lowest cost
* Expedite critical materials and follow up on delayed or short shipments to prevent production impacts
* Maintains vendor relationships and assists in forming partnerships with suppliers
* Track and analyze purchasing spend to identify cost‑saving and standardization opportunities
* Coordinates third-party custodial staff
* Perform duties in conformance with the principles of Responsible Care and Ashland's Zero Incident Culture
* Performs duties in accordance with good manufacturing practices
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* High School Diploma
* Good written and oral communication skills are required
* Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping
* Demonstrated ability to work independently while supporting cross‑functional teams
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Knowledge of SAP and Coupa software
* Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field
* 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or inventory coordination experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Third-party recruiters and agencies ("Agency") should not contact Ashland employees or employees of its subsidiaries directly.
Any resumes sent by an Agency to a hiring manager, recruiter, or submitted to Ashland's career portal are considered unsolicited and property of Ashland.
Ashland will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless the Agency has a signed contract with Ashland's Human Resources/Procurement de...
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Type: Permanent Location: Kenedy, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:03
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland LLC has an exciting opportunity for a Cosmetologist to join our Consumer Science group at our Bridgewater, NJ location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Personal Care division.
This position will report to the head of consumer science.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Evaluate various hair care, hair styling, hair color, skin care and cosmetic products by performing paired comparisons, qualitative and quantitative sensory tests.
* He/She will be responsible for application of the formulations and commercial benchmark products on panelists.
The candidate will be entering sensory data into computer during evaluation so basic computer skills are required.
Work load will mostly come from hair care and hair styling; hence, skilled use of a blow dryer, flat or curling iron is essential.
* Product and formulation evaluation is the main responsibility.
Occasional preparation of mannequin heads and wigs is required for shows and events.
* Recruiting panelists required for the project, updating panelist database, rewards program, incentive, mannequin head, wigs and equipment inventories.
* Travel 5-10% of time, domestic and international
* Ability to multitask efficiently between several testing requests and provide results timely
* Adaptability to company environment with excellent written and oral communication skill
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Valid Professional License of Cosmetology
* Minimum 3-5 years Hands-on Experience in Hair Styling
* Proficiency with All Hair Types including Ethnic Hair
* Valid License as Make-up artist for on-stage / fashion
* Excellent Communication Skills, Good Work Ethic, Positive Attitude and Team Player
* Good Computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Minimum 5-7 years Hands-on Experience in Hair Styling and Coloration
* 2-3 years in make-up artistry
* Experience in data gathering into excel and plotting
* Hair coloration training such as Redken or else
* Bachelor's Degree in an Associate Field of Study
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC.
(NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutio...
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridgewater, US-NJ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:02
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ISP Chemicals LLC
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Chemical Process Engineer to join our Ashland, LLC (ISP Technologies) business at our Calvert City, Kentucky plant.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Specialty Chemicals Production function.
This position will report to Operations Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Works with Operations Manager and other Production department staff to establish annual departmental goals and objectives for the site's production areas.
• Reviews daily operation of intermediates production, finish goods production and utilities area to perform process troubleshooting to maintain capacity and quality as required.
• Identifies and implements projects for cost savings and long-term resolution of operational problems.
Serves as Area Representative on some projects.
• Performs process optimization to maximize quality and minimize operating costs.
• Performs day-to-day yield improvement and process performance monitoring to assure maximum production output.
• Works within capital and fixed budget guidelines on all projects and utilizes cost control measures where necessary.
• Works with Process Operators, Engineers, Supervisors, and other site personnel to develop, implement, and improve process control systems within the plant.
• Coordinates and/or participates on quality and process improvement teams and serves as Area Representative for projects/tests to be done in the process area.
• Utilizes statistical methods for process optimization to maintain and improve quality/yields and to detect problems that may result in reduced rates and product quality non-compliance.
• Participates in other Safety, Environmental, and sustainability initiatives to contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations while improve existing Company programs.
• Works with Research and Development/Pilot Plant on new products.
Including cGMP qualification and validation of processes, equipment, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the department.
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* A Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
* Previous chemical plant manufacturing experience.
* Well versed in plant process engineering, trouble-shooting and problem-solving techniques, engineering standards, Process Safety Management (PSM), Management of Change, capital bud...
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Type: Permanent Location: Calvert City, US-KY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:02
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity as Account Manager of our Microbial Protection Business Line within Ashland's Personal Care business within the US.
This is a very visible, significant role within Ashland and the personal care business.
This position will report to the General Manager, Personal Care, NA.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Manage Microbial Protection business & customers' interface within North America -
* Apply Microbial Protection strategy at the accounts under her/his responsibility
* Delivers the business plan for the assigned territory and accounts: sales volume, revenues, and profits
* Present, promote and sell products to existing and new customers within a defined territory
* Identify & deliver new opportunities to grow business in the designated territory
* Develop strong partnerships with prospective customers, existing clients, market influencers, and other relevant partners to generate new leads and brand recognition within North America
* Proactively seeks information about Customers strategy and product launches.
* Coordinates activities related to the projects with the Customer on the products application and development.
Closely cooperate with Technical Experts to make sure project meets Customer needs
* Contributes his/her insights and guidelines to the regional strategy and account plan.
Implements accordingly
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* A minimum of a bachelor's degree preferred in biological or chemical science, relevant work experience can supersede this
* 3-5 years sales experience in personal care ingredients, Microbial Protection experience a plus
* Ability to function within ambiguity and be self driven
* Strong team player, good interpersonal skills, enthusiastic, positive attitude and self-motivated
* Negotiation skills, quick issue solver
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken
* Excellent communication skills
* Willingness to travel (approx.
50%)
* Driving license
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
* Good knowledge of the personal care market and customers in the Region
* Strong presentation and communication skills
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC.
(NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow.
Our ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Bridgewater, US-NJ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:01
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Plant Production Supervisor to join our Ashland Specialty Ingredients G.P.
business at our Hopewell, VA location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the manufacturing function.
This position will report to the Area Managers.
*This is a 12-hour rotating shift.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Ensure production units safely manufacture products that meet internal and external customer specifications, efficiently and safely.
* Analyze area data, collect log sheets and work orders, and document and communicate shift notes/logs for turnover reports.
* Utilize effective leadership practices to maximize employee productivity and contribution from each process area.
* Provide departmental oversight of operators, ensuring production units are operated with the appropriate/qualified manpower at all times through regular and overtime scheduling.
* Coordinate inter-department transfers, rate increases, and weekly payroll time approval.
* Assist area trainers with on-the-job training (OJT) program and completion of walk-through certifications.
* Review work procedures and policies for individual areas, and update as required.
* Supervise and inspect after daylight hours work by other work groups.
* Support the implementation of programs and procedures to optimize production and continually improve the manufacturing processes.
* Enforce proper PPE and conduct routine inspections/audits for housekeeping, LOTO, confined-space, and related areas.
Serve as the high-hazard coordinator and process hot work and confined-space permits as needed.
* Promote and maintain a cohesive working environment between union and management personnel to ensure that any differences are resolved amicably.
* Ensure effective implementation and administration of all policies and procedures designed for the operations department.
* Conduct and lead investigations regarding personnel and/or product issues.
Issue attendance and/or disciplinary actions, as needed, and provide positive performance coaching and communication with hourly employees.
* Recognize and reward the successful efforts of employees to increase productivity, reduce costs, and improve work processes within the Ashland Award System.
* Participate in safety, quality, and environmental initiatives, including cGMP and ISO compliance, to support state/federal regulatory requirements and enhance existin...
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Type: Permanent Location: Hopewell, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:00
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking , and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving ?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Production / Material Plant Scheduler to join our Ashland LLC, Specialty Ingredients business at our Hopewell, VA facility.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Compliance function.
This position will report to the Logistics Manager .
POSITION SUMMARY
The Production / Material Plant Scheduler is responsible for analyzing and coordinating plant material production and usages :
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include , but are not limited to:
* Key responsibilities associated with the S&OP process at the manufacturing level include maintaining a collaborative relationship with senior stakeholders.
* Develop and manage production schedules for finished goods and sub-assemblies, ensuring alignment with demand, capacity, and business priorities.
* Responsible for ensuring accuracy of material consumptions, adequate inventories of raw materials, and executing routine cycle cou nting and process order r econciliation .
* Effectively c ommunicate with operations and site supporting functions, including corporate partners.
* Maintain proper inventory and production records to ensure SOX compliance.
* Advise leadership and supporting staff of any issues pertaining to assignment completion .
* Participate in plannin g, production, and safety meeting s .
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Associate's degree in business or another technical field.
* 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Proficient in using SAP and Infor software or equivalent.
* Strong financial and business acumen, including exceptional attention to detail.
* Proven experience with cycle counting and SOX controls.
* Working knowledge of Coupa and Microsoft Office software systems.
* Schedule flexibility beyond core hours to execute end-of-month inventory activities.
The following skills sets are preferred by the business unit:
* BS or BA degree is preferred .
* Experience working in a union environment.
* Experience in GMP, Food, Pharm, or Cosmetic Ingredient manufacturing.
* Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers .
* Define objectives and integrate into the organization quickly and smoothl y .
* Makes decision s in a timely manner , sometimes with incomplete information under tight deadlines and pressure.
* Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively t...
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Type: Permanent Location: Hopewell, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:41:00
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ISP Chemicals LLC
Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious solver who
loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Chemical Process Engineer to join our Ashland, LLC (ISP) Technologies business at our Calvert City, Kentucky, plant.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Specialty Chemicals Production function.
This position will report to the Operations Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Works with Operations Manager and other Production department staff to establish annual departmental goals and objectives for the site's production areas.
* Reviews the daily operation of batch production areas and performs process troubleshooting to maintain capacity operation as required.
* Identifies and implements projects for cost savings and long-term resolution of operational problems.
Serves as Area Representative on some projects.
* Performs process optimization to maximize quality and minimize operating costs.
* Performs day-to-day yield improvement and process performance monitoring to assure maximum production output.
* Works within capital and fixed budget guidelines on all projects and utilizes cost control measures where necessary.
* Works with Process Operators, Engineers, Supervisors, and other site personnel to develop, implement, and improve process control systems within the plant.
* Coordinates and/or participates in quality and process improvement teams and serves as Area Representative for projects/tests to be done in the process area.
* Utilizes statistical methods for process optimization to maintain and improve quality/yields and to detect problems that may result in reduced rates and product quality non-compliance.
* Participates in other Safety and Environmental initiatives to contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations while improving existing Company programs.
* Works with Research and Development/Pilot Plant on new products.
Including cGMP qualification and validation of processes, equipment, etc.
* Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the department.
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* A Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
* Previous chemical plant manufacturing experience.
* Well-versed in plant process engineering, trouble-shooting and problem-solving techniques, engineering standards, Process Safety Management (PSM), Management of Change, capital budgeting process, a...
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Type: Permanent Location: Calvert City, US-KY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:40:59
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland LLC has an exciting opportunity for a Process Engineer to join our team at our Kenedy, TX location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Engineering function.
This position will report to Plant Manager.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Assist in improving product quality and process efficiency through technical studies and experimentation
* Improve process operations by providing technical support and process troubleshooting
* Develop process designs and procedures for new products
* Provide accurate and detailed reports for tests conducted
* Assist in reviewing process designs and procedures to ensure safe and environmentally sound operation of the facility
* Provide programming assistance for the process control computers in the plant
* Understand and comply with plant safety and environmental policies.
Report all safety, environmental and quality risks and hazards and chemical releases
* Complete all activities in accordance with good manufacturing practices
* Lead the facility's continuous improvement program focusing on implementation of Lean manufacturing practices including 5S, visual management, Lean Six Sigma projects, and operations alignment
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* B.S.
in Engineering or a related engineering degree
* Good written and oral communication skills are required
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit :
* B.S.
in Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 2-3 years of engineering experience
* Knowledge in programming PLCs and ladder logic.
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques
* Polymer chemistry
* Bulk powder handling expertise
Third-party recruiters and agencies ("Agency") should not contact Ashland employees or employees of its subsidiaries directly.
Any resumes sent by an Agency to a hiring manager, recruiter, or submitted to Ashland's career portal are considered unsolicited and property of Ashland.
Ashland will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless the Agency has a signed contract with Ashland's Human Resources/Procurement department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration.
Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC.
(NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Kenedy, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:40:59
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then
figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you
positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager/Engineer to join our Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP business at our Kenedy, TX location.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the manufacturing function.
This position will report to the Plant Engineer.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Develop project plans -including scope, goals, deliverables, resource allocation, timelines, and budgets-for assigned engineering projects.
* Submit projects for approval in the plant project management system.
* Work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure all project aspects are aligned and progressing smoothly.
* Provide engineering expertise and technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
* Maintain thorough documentation of project activities, including plans, designs, drawings, reports, and updates.
* Develop, update, and maintain equipment specifications sheets.
* Create requisitions to order all necessary equipment or components for every project and ensure goods are completed on time.
* Monitor project costs, manage budgets, and report on financial status.
* Ensuring project activities comply with the applicable codes, practices, policies, specifications, industry standards, regulations, and company standards.
* Coordinate and communicate with multiple contractors working on the different plant projects.
* Supervise project construction phase, assuring contractors' compliance with all safety requirements, and perform safety contractor evaluations.
* Address technical issues and project challenges, providing solutions to keep the project on track.
* Reviewing the engineering tasks assigned and initiating the necessary corrective actions.
* Participate in Process Hazardous Analysis (PHA), Combustible Dust Assessments (CDAs), Safety External and Internal Audits, and Management of Change (MOC).
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related).
* A minimum of 1 year in manufacturing project engineering.
* Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
* Proficient in AutoCAD and Visio software
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, including project Software
* Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
* Ability to troubleshoot issues and think critically to solve complex problems.
* Proven ability to ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Kenedy, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:40:58
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Ashland Specialty Ingredients, GP
Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious? Are you always solving? Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Safety & Compliance Specialist to join our team in Hopewell, VA.
This is a highly visible, significant role within the Company and the EHS&S function.
This position will report to the EHS Center of Excellence.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Safety Leadership & Engagement: Drive continuous safety improvement through coaching, employee/contractor engagement, and promote adherence to safety procedures.
Build strong partnerships with all salaried and hourly employees, including leaders and front-line supervisors, to improve safety performance and behavior through clear communication, training, and collaborative risk management.
* Program Implementation & Audits: Implement RC-14001 and ACC Responsible Care initiatives, lead audits of safe work permits, participate in safety committees, inspections, and maintain a strong field presence (>50% of time).
* Incident Investigation & Compliance: Maintain OSHA logs, lead injury investigations using Root Cause Analysis, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
* Training & Development: Develop and deliver health and safety training (onboarding, refresher courses), coordinate Emergency Response Team training, and support continuing education for EMTs and ECAs.
* Hazard Identification & Risk Control: Recognize existing/potential hazards, develop site safety procedures, oversee industrial hygiene programs, conduct exposure assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and recommend PPE.
* Data Analysis & Technical Solutions: Analyze safety performance metrics, approve new chemicals/materials (including SDS review), and provide hands-on technical solutions for safety issues, programs, and processes.
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* Bachelor of Science degree in Safety, Engineering, or related discipline.
An AA degree would be considered with relevant work experience.
* A minimum of 2 years of experience in chemical plant operations, OSHA regulations, and safety policies.
* Prior Emergency Response Team experience (preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment).
* Ability to respond appropriately during site emergencies, including weekends and callouts.
* Physical capability to work in a plant environment (walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling).
* Experience with fire suppression systems in a chemical manufacturing setting.
* Strong problem-solving skill...
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Type: Permanent Location: Hopewell, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:40:57
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Ashland Inc.
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Are you always solving?
Then we'd like to meet you and bet you'd like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Senior FP&A Cost Analyst to join our Ashland Inc.
business.
This is an on-site position based at our Texas City, Texas location with the option to work from home 2 days/week.
This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Finance function.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Provide key decision support and business insight to Operations (manufacturing and supply chain) leadership team and overall Ashland executive leadership team
* Optimize the financial reporting process and effectively generate monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements together with periodic reforecasts and detailed bridges and variance analytics to explain past and projected results.
Oversee plant financial operations, lead business planning, assist site manager with expense budgeting, calculate burden rates, and review/adjust allocations and assessments across multiple manufacturing sites.
* Proactively take on challenges, drive investigative analysis, and implement actions to drive plant efficiencies and optimization
* Identify trends and areas for management attention, indicators of business activity, and other analysis and reporting to support executives and senior management
* Collaborate with plant management to improve manufacturing processes, identify cost savings opportunities, and increase profitability
* Lead economic evaluations of capital projects and other financial models as needed.
* Participate in special projects.
Ad hoc reporting and analysis supporting internal customers as required
* Travel less than 20%
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
* BA/BS Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Management
* 7-10 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in Cost Accounting, FP&A or Business Analysis with an emphasis in Manufacturing Operations in a complex multi-plant, integrated global business
* Strong knowledge of general accounting and financial reporting
* Strong knowledge of manufacturing and cost accounting
* Strong analytical skills, financial planning and analysis background
* High proficiency in MS Excel is required along with a basic knowledge of SAP, Microsoft PowerBI or similar ERP, analytical query applications
* Must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work under tight deadlines
* Strive for continuous improvement and be highly self-directed
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Type: Permanent Location: Texas City, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2026-05-06 07:40:55
