Process Development Scientist - Dublin, OH


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Job Title: Process Development Scientist - Dublin, OH
Location: Dublin, OH, USA

Company: Wilbur-Ellis Company
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $104,900.00 per year;$146,920.00 per year
Job Description: Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

Job Title:

Process Development Scientist

Role Overview:

The Process Development Scientist is responsible for coordinating Technical Services and Engineering to facilitate product development, which requires an understanding of R&D activities, pilot production, and engineering for process scaling. This role leads complex chemical evaluations and testing strategies, interprets analytical results, and translates findings into practical recommendations for internal partners. The Process Development Scientist also contributes to cross-functional initiatives that improve product performance, quality, and scalability from lab to field or manufacturing.

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:
  • Assist with development/vetting of technical packages including preliminary literature reviews and summary documentation.
  • Propose, design, and execute internal or 3rd party data gathering efforts in a laboratory setting.
  • Assist with design, costing, and manage pilot production of new products.
  • Partner with engineering, participate in design and scaling of processes, and develop materials for and participate in process hazard analysis (PHA)
  • Lead complex laboratory investigations to develop, improve, or troubleshoot chemical products, formulations, or processes and recommend data-driven solutions.
  • Design experimental plans, select appropriate analytical methods, and ensure testing is completed with strong scientific rigor and documentation.
  • Interpret analytical and performance data, prepare clear technical summaries, and communicate recommendations to R&D, manufacturing, regulatory, sales, and marketing partners.
  • Partner cross-functionally to support product development priorities and ensure technical work aligns to business needs and timelines.
  • Serve as a technical resource for complex issues, providing guidance, coaching, and consultation to peers and stakeholders.
  • Maintain strong laboratory practices, including safe chemical handling, accurate recordkeeping, and adherence to applicable quality standards.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by refining test methods, improving repeatability, and elevating documentation and knowledge sharing


What You Bring to the Role:
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in chemistry, analytical chemistry, formulation, or related laboratory/R&D work
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical work with independent judgment and minimal supervision
  • Experience designing experiments, selecting test methods, analyzing results, and translating findings into practical recommendations
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills and ability to present complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Proficiency with standard productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office) and comfort working with technical documentation
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field is required


What Makes You a Great Fit:
  • You apply critical thinking to ambiguous, high-impact problems and can drive work forward with autonomy
  • You communicate clearly, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across functions to reach outcomes
  • You are detail-oriented and disciplined in lab practices, documentation, and data integrity
  • You enjoy mentoring others and being a go-to technical resource for complex challenges
  • You bring a continuous improvement mindset and look for ways to strengthen methods, quality, and execution


Compensation and Benefits:
  • In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $104,900 - $146,920. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.
  • This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/


Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

NACHURS ALPINE SOLUTIONS is a Wilbur-Ellis business.

For over 70 years, Nachurs Alpine Solutions has been the industry leader in NPK LIQUID FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY. Built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we pioneered precision-placed liquid fertilizer in 1946 - formulated to meet the nutritional demands of crops and growing conditions on both sides of the border. Our liquid fertilizers are marketed under the ALPINE brand and NACHURS brands in North America. The New Ag Markets Business Unit sells liquid fertilizer into turf, specialty, international, and private label markets. Products sold in the oil and gas markets, transportation and mining markets, and industrial chemical markets are all sold under the NASi brand. Nachurs Alpine Solutions has manufacturing plants located in Garretson, SD, Marion, OH, Corydon, IN, Red Oak, IA, St. Gabriel, LA, New Hamburg, ON and Belle Plaine, SK.

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Job Post Date: 03/17/26
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