As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

Chemours is seeking a Pilot Operations Safety Leader to join our growing team! This position will report directly to the Safety and Security Manager at our Newark, DE location.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced safety professional to elevate our safety performance in high-hazard pilot environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving safety improvements, strong networks within R&D settings, and the ability to translate technical knowledge into impactful safety programs and initiatives. This role will engage with all levels of the organization—from site leadership to lab personnel—and will be instrumental in embedding safety as a core value across our pilot operations.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Lead the Lab Process Safety Management program for Pilot Operations across CDH, ESL, and Elkton Tenzing, including hazard risk assessments, SOP reviews, and pre-startup safety checks.

Design, implement, and manage training programs for Pilot Operations personnel, including onboarding, monthly safety meetings, training on Chemours Life Saving Rules (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Line Break), and computer-based modules via Vector.

Identify critical equipmentand establish maintenance plans.

Conduct incident investigations using ABS Group Root Cause Analysis methodology.

Oversee contractor safety through audits and field engagement.

Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure safe work practices, appropriate PPE usage, and occupational hygiene controls.

Review, revise, and develop safety procedures to support continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Analyze safety performance data, identify trends, and recommend improvements to drive injury prevention and operational excellence.

Coach research personnel on psychological safety strategies and support leadership development across Pilot Operations teams.

Support site-wide programs including medical surveillance (respiratory protection, hearing conservation) and radiation safety through audits and program reviews.

Participate in corporate-wide safety networks to share best practices, leverage learnings, and stay informed on regulatory changes.

The following is required for this role:

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering, or related field or 5+ years of experience in Pilot, Semi-Works, or High Hazard Operations.

Strong knowledge of laboratory hazard risk assessments and a history of implementing safety improvements.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills (specifically in influence leadership).

Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.

Ability to foster productive, collaborative relationships at all levels of an organization.

Demonstrated ability to meet commitments, troubleshoot and problem solve.

Ability to influence through written and oral communications.

The following is preferred for this role:

Experience working with toxic materials.

Experience leading process hazard reviews.

Experience leading incident investigations.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program  

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency):

Chemours Level:

Annual Bonus Target:

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."