Process Analyst

Arxada is a globally active specialty chemicals company committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. With a proud innovation history spanning more than a century, we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and preserve human health and well-being and extend the life of vital infrastructure, while working to reduce our ecological footprint and that of our customers.

Sustainability is one of our top priorities. We make significant strategic investments that not only reduce our own ecological footprint but also help our customers adapt to long-term ecological and social change by developing cleaner and more environmentally friendly solutions.

Arxada in Visp is looking for a Process Analyst.

In this role, you support the optimization of production processes through sound process analytics. You work closely with production, EMR, and quality assurance to ensure process stability, efficiency, safety, and product quality.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Analysis and monitoring of process parameters using state-of-the-art analytical instruments
• Participation in process optimizations and continuous improvement of production workflows
• Support in the maintenance and calibration of process analytical instruments
• Documentation and evaluation of process data to ensure quality and compliance
• Collaboration in projects for the introduction of new analytical methods and process instruments

Qualifications and experience:

• Completed scientific or technical training (laboratory technician, chemist, technician)
• Basic knowledge in spectrometry, chromatography, and process instrumentation
• Analytical thinking, independent working style, and teamwork skills
• Fluent German and good English skills
• Experience in the chemical industry or process analytics is an advantage

Arxada offers a world-class portfolio in two different areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on the threat to humans and the environment from microorganisms in five different business areas: Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings, and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE) provides materials for the production of composites for the electronics, aerospace, and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional supplements, chemicals and high-performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications