FutureFuel Chemical Company in Batesville, Arkansas, is looking for a new member for our Process Control Automation Team.

The Process Controls / Automation Engineer should have and be able to demonstrate skills in requirements gathering, design, configuration, integration, and implementation of automation solutions for the manufacturing industry including PLC / DCS systems, field bus technology, HMI packages and panels, OPC, SCADA systems and historians, Visual Basic / Visual C++, and PC and networking technologies.  The ideal candidate would have experience in both continuous and batch automation applications and knowledge of field instrumentation.  The candidate would have expertise in requirements documentation, detailed design, implementation, system integration, and testing and start-up of automation systems.  Candidate should be self-motivated, willing to learn, and capable of functioning in both a team and solo work environment as conditions warrant.  Candidate will have responsibility for identifying technologies to be used in new applications and developing expansion and long-term support and/or migration strategies for existing system architectures.  Daily responsibilities include implementing automation solutions, support of project team objectives, normal system support and troubleshooting, and system and process optimization.

Candidate should have proven experience in PLC (Allen Bradley, Modicon, Siemens, CTI, AutomationDirect, etc.) and/or DCS Systems (ABB, Honeywell, Emerson, Siemens, etc.).  Experience with Siemens SIMATIC 505, CTI 2500, and Allen Bradley PLCs and the ABB MOD300 / 800xA / 800M DCS will be a plus.  The ideal candidate will also have experience with HMI or SCADA packages such as Wonderware, Intellution, WinCC, PCVue, and FactoryLInk and panel technology such as Allen Bradley PanelView and PanelView Plus.  The candidate should have a working knowledge of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Electrical / Loop Diagrams, PID loop control, and various automation programming languages such as ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, instruction lists, and sequential function charts.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated programming leadership, the ability to develop and implement standard engineering practices, the ability to provide detailed documentation upon project completion.  The candidate will serve as the process automation technical lead on a variety of projects and may be responsible for some project management activities.  A BS in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering is desired but not required. A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position is also desired but not required.  Experience in the chemical and/or bio-fuels industries is a plus.

FutureFuel Chemical Company is a growing Specialty and Bio-based Chemical Manufacturing facility with an exceptional safety and environmental history.  We are ISO9000, BQ9000, and Responsible Care certified.  Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com.  FutureFuel offers a competitive relocation, wage, health, dental, disability, and 401(k) plans.  Visit Batesville at https://www.cityofbatesville.com/.  Interested parties should send resumes to stacygunderman@ffcmail.com.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

FutureFuel Chemical Company in Batesville, Arkansas, is looking for a Mechanical Engineer for our Project Engineering Department. Candidates must have a BS in Mechanical Engineering. Experience in an industrial manufacturing facility is preferred. The ideal candidate would have direct experience with chemical industry processing equipment specification and design, including pump and fluid flow design, pressure vessel calculations and specification and process modeling.

Responsibilities/skills include:

• Providing technical assistance, process improvement, and manufacturing support for Manufacturing, Utilities, and Maintenance
• Solving mechanical engineering problems and distinguishing between the relative merits of different plans and designs.
• Occasional civil and structural design.
• Troubleshooting and identifying root causes of mechanical problems.
• Working with Chemical Manufacturing, Utilities, and Maintenance to provide mechanical engineering support for continued production.
• Knowledge of materials of construction, heat exchangers, pumps, centrifuges, pressure relief devices, piping specifications, and other industrial equipment.
• Working in teams or independently to increase production capacity, improve mechanical integrity, provide safer operations, or reduce energy requirements.
• Applying sound process economics analysis principles to determine and document project values.
• Evaluating and specifying new mechanical equipment.
• Maintaining awareness and ties to corporate engineering practices and engineering resources to help implement projects.
• Assisting with the definition and implementation of capital projects that will result in process improvements or increased capacity.
• Managing several projects simultaneously and regularly communicating progress to stakeholders.
• Following safety and quality procedures.

Compensation will be based on experience and skills.

FutureFuel Chemical Company is a growing Specialty and Bio-based Chemical Manufacturing facility with an exceptional safety and environmental history. We have approximately 500 employees and are ISO9001 and BQ9000 certified. FutureFuel is located in north central Arkansas. Batesville is continually voted one of the best small towns in Arkansas. Visit Batesville at www.cityofbatesville.com. Resumes should be sent to stacygunderman@ffcmail.com. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. All applicants will be carefully reviewed; however only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

FutureFuel Chemical Company is looking for a new member for our electrical and control maintenance team. Control System Maintenance (CSM) Mechanics work under the supervision of a team manager and performs a wide variety of skilled maintenance work related to the installation and repair of plant instrumentation and electrical equipment.  CSMs works with peers to manage the day-to-day needs of the clients in the assigned area of responsibility.  Using electrical single line drawings, schematic diagrams, the National Electric Code, Process Industry Practices, and Standard Engineering Practices associated with Control Systems Maintenance (CSM) work and equipment, CSMs performs a wide variety of electrical, electronic, and instrumentation work as well as performing limited mechanical tasks. Because most documentation for electrical equipment and instrumentation, work orders, process change orders, and cost systems is maintained electronically, this position requires the use of SAP system and internal computer databases to enter and retrieve data daily.  CSMs work in elevated locations, confined spaces, and extremes in ambient temperatures and must wear FR Clothing. This is a safety sensitive position. CSMs must satisfactorily pass a respirator fit test and be capable of working near rotating and moving machinery.

CSMs agree to enter a DOL licensed apprenticeship program managed by FutureFuel with the majority of study being conducted on their own (non-paid) time.  Progress reviews documenting job growth, performance, and attendance will be conducted at 16-week intervals. After approximately 18 months, CSMs are required to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule 3-4 months a year.

Applicants must have a minimum of a 2-year associate degree in industrial electrical maintenance or electronic technology or be a graduate of a registered electrical/electronic apprenticeship program or have four years of directly applicable industrial or military electrical/electronic experience. Aptitude testing is required for this position and applicants must successfully achieve Silver level on the Arkansas Career Readiness Certification including the WorkKeys Skills Applied Technology and Workplace Observation sections OR have passed the FutureFuel/Eastman pre-employment tests for Operations and Maintenance (Reading Comprehension, Troubleshooting, Graphic Arithmetic, Background and Work Interests Inventory, Assembly, Mechanical Comprehension)

FutureFuel Chemical Company is a growing Specialty and Bio-based Chemical Manufacturing facility with an exceptional safety and environmental history.  We are ISO9001 and BQ9000 quality certified.  Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com.  FutureFuel offers competitive wage, health, dental, disability, and 401(k) plans.  Applicant must be a US Citizen or be able to work in the US without sponsorship.  Interested parties should contact FutureFuel HR at 2800 Gap Road, visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com under “Careers”, or email stacygunderman@ffcmail.com to obtain an application for employment.  High School diploma or GED required.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

FutureFuel Chemical Company in Batesville, Arkansas, is looking for a new member for our HVAC maintenance team. HVAC Mechanics/Technicians work under the general supervision of a team manager and perform a wide variety of skilled maintenance work related maintaining a variety of complex heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment and systems, including glycol chillers, evaporators, heat pumps, air conditioners, and building fan systems.  He/she uses a personal computer and must be knowledgeable of FutureFuel Chemical Company’s systems maintenance systems. HVAC Mechanics/Technicians provide after-hours support when needed. HVAC Mechanics/Technicians work with peers to manage the day-to-day needs of clients across the plant.  Using electrical single-line drawings, schematic diagrams, manuals, specifications, Process Industry Practices, and Standard Engineering Practices associated with HVAC work and equipment, the HVAC team performs a wide variety of preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work as well as performing some troubleshooting of PLC that control complex HVAC equipment such as chillers.  They often provide initial checkout and installation of new HVAC equipment and make recommendations concerning proper equipment operations.  HVAC Mechanics/Technicians connect heating or air conditioning equipment to fuel, water, or refrigerant source to form complete systems.  HVAC Mechanics/Technicians may work in elevated locations, confined spaces, and extremes in ambient temperatures and must wear company provided FR Clothing. This is a safety sensitive position.

Applicants must have a minimum of 4-years’ HVAC experience and preferably an associate degree in an HVAC program or similar field of study. Aptitude testing is required for this position and applicants must successfully achieve Silver level on the Arkansas Career Readiness Certification including the WorkKeys Skills Applied Technology and Workplace Observation sections OR have passed the FutureFuel/Eastman pre-employment tests for Operations and Maintenance (Reading Comprehension, Troubleshooting, Graphic Arithmetic, Background and Work Interests Inventory, Assembly, Mechanical Comprehension).

FutureFuel Chemical Company is a growing Specialty and Bio-based Chemical Manufacturing facility with an exceptional safety and environmental history.  We are ISO9001 and BQ9000 quality certified.  Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com.  FutureFuel offers competitive wage, health, dental, disability, and 401(k) plans.  Applicant must be a US Citizen or be able to work in the US without sponsorship.  Interested parties should contact FutureFuel HR at 2800 Gap Road, visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com under “Careers”, or email stacygunderman@ffcmail.com to obtain an application for employment.  High School diploma or GED required.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

FutureFuel Chemical Company is currently seeking a Chemical Sales Executive to join our team to support growth of our specialty chemical business. The Chemical Sales Executive will have responsibility for growing our business at key multinational customers in addition to developing new opportunities in current Ag chemistry, consumer products, energy, and performance chemical markets.  Our Sales Executives are expected to understand our chemistries and the capabilities of our manufacturing plant.  They work with our development chemists and engineers to secure product opportunities that maximize our manufacturing talents and skills.  FutureFuel specializes in chlorinations, brominations, esterifications,  acylations, alkylations, sulfonations, and reactive distillations.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Developing and growing new business at key multinational customers
• Generating new sales opportunities by securing profitable prospect accounts in target markets
• Maintaining positive customer relations
• Developing and implementing annual strategic and key account plans
• Providing account, business intelligence and competitive activity information
• Developing and negotiate commercial agreements
• Providing market analysis and pricing recommendations
• Providing accurate and timely sales forecasts and budgets
• Anticipated travel 40%-50%

Key Qualifications:

• 8+ years of direct field sales or business development experience in chemical product sales
• BS in a science related field (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field of science) or applicable chemical sales expertise
• Disciplined, self-motivated with strong time management skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills
• Fact-based and relationship selling skills
• Financial analysis/management skills
• Strategic understanding of business operations
• Demonstrated ability to gather market intelligence

Future Fuel Chemical Company is a growing U.S. manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals and premium biofuels. Our company is headquartered in Clayton, St Louis and publicly listed on the NYSE under “FF”. We have a world class integrated biofuels and specialty chemicals manufacturing facility in north central Arkansas. Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com.  Connect and send resumes to stacygunderman@ffcmail.com.  We can’t wait to meet you!

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. All applicants will be carefully reviewed; however only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US without restriction (Green Card or Citizenship). We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

About Us

FutureFuel Chemical Company (FFCC) is a specialty and fine chemical manufacturing facility with over a forty-year plant history. FFCC has three business segments: custom/toll manufacturing, performance chemicals, and biodiesel. FFCC serves a wide variety of markets including pharmaceutical intermediates and products, nylon and polyester polymers, cleaning products, agricultural products, paints and coating, and fuels and energy.

About The Position

As a Senior Analytical Scientist and Analytical Lab Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the operation and functions of the Analytical Lab.  You and your staff will have primary responsibilities to provide analytical services to support new business opportunities, new product development projects, manufacturing process improvement, production troubleshooting, and product quality.  They will develop new analytical methods, improve existing methods, ensure the accuracy, precision, and robustness of instruments/methods, communicate routinely with customers and personnel in manufacturing, product and process development and commercial. The expectations also include supporting the implementation of and compliance with laboratory quality systems/standards; ISO9001, BQ9000, GMP and others.  The ideal candidate is a creative PhD chemist with successful experience in leadership, teambuilding, process management, and a business growth focus. No two days are ever exactly the same, and the variety of chemistry is unmatched.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for classical and instrumental methods of analyses; titrations, physical, chemical, and thermal properties, and environmental and biodiesel sample testing. Instruments and test methods include but are not limited to the following:
  • Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
  • Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)
  • Bomb Calorimeters
  • Total Organic Analyzers
  • Auto titrators including Karl Fischer
  • Viscometers
  • Density meters
  • Flash point analyzers
  • Cloud/pour point analyzer
  • Moisture balance analyzers and various types of ovens
  • Rancimat for oxidation stability testing
  • Perform NMR analyses as backup for NMR chemist

• Responsibilities include the following:
  • Instrumentation and equipment; operation, maintenance, calibrations and qualification for GMP projects.
  • Analytical methods; development, validation, implementation, calibration, customer method implementation, regulatory method implementation, and analyst training
  • Success of new business projects and improvements for current processes; develop expertise in areas of responsibility to provide analyses in a timely manner and work with Development chemists to characterize intermediates and products using all tools available and obtainable
  • Develop methods for new projects and improvements for current processes.
  • Adapt current instrumentation to meet business needs, minimizing the purchase of new instrumentation and equipment when possible

• General and additional responsibilities include the following:
  • Overall management of the analytic laboratory
  • Safety of lab personnel and lab operations
  • Training of lab personnel
  • Develop additional expertise as the business need arises
  • Support the implementation and compliance with laboratory quality systems/standards; ISO, BQ9000 and others.
  • Establish cGMP expertise and additional expertise as the business need arises
  • Provide solutions and think creatively when addressing challenges from internal and external customers. Internal customers include Development, Manufacturing, Utilities, HSES, Sales & Marketing, and Management.
  • Work routinely with Sales and Marketing, Development Chemists, Process Engineering, and Manufacturing Management and Staff on new products and to improve existing processes
  • Present a positive attitude. Be aware of the customer’s impression to ensure the perception is a willingness to work to a successful conclusion
  • Interact with customers (existing and prospective)

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry emphasis on analytical chemistry
• Strong understanding and comprehension of analytical chemistry
• Working knowledge of GC, LC, IC, and other chromatographic techniques
• Working knowledge of FTIR, UV-Vis, ICP, and other spectroscopic techniques
• Working knowledge of NMR techniques
• Preferably five or more years’ experience as an analytical lab manager
• Proficient in literature searches
• Able to adapt literature procedures to analytical methods
• Strong ability to interpret data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Leadership and motivation of technical teams
• Strong customer focus and business understanding
• Excellent communication skills
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Legally allowed to work in the US without restriction

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an industrial chemical manufacturing laboratory setting

About Working At FutureFuel

• We offer competitive compensation packages, including a relocation program.
• We provide excellent medical, dental, and vision insurances, 401k matching, an employee gym, life insurance, on-site medical clinic, and disability insurance.
• Visit our website at futurefuelcorporation.com.

About Batesville

Batesville, Arkansas is a small rural town of about 10,000 on the foothills of the Ozark Mountains with excellent area schools, a University of Arkansas 2-year college and Lyon College, a highly rated Liberal Arts College. We are a strong outdoor community with the White River, nearby lakes, parks, bike trails, dog parks, walking trails, excellent soccer and baseball/softball facilities, a thriving community and aquatics center and Historic Main Street, and close access to Blanchard Springs Caverns, The Ozark Folk Center, and the Buffalo River, one of the longest undammed rivers west of the Mississippi and the nations first National River designated by Congress in 1972 to preserve its clean water and other outstanding values.  Batesville has a regional health care center, Community Theatre and Arts Council, a strong Chamber of Commerce, Mark Martin NASCAR Museum, and a regional historic museum.  Visit Batesville at cityofbatesville.com.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US without restriction (Green Card or Citizenship). Interested parties should send resumes to stacygunderman@ffcmail.com.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. All applicants will be carefully reviewed; however only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment.

 

FutureFuel Chemical Company is currently looking for a new member for its Chemical Technology Team.  The primary responsibilities of the position are to provide analytical services to support new business opportunities, chemical development projects, manufacturing process improvement, and production troubleshooting.  The qualified individual will develop new analytical methods, improve existing methods, ensure the accuracy, precision, and robustness of instruments/methods, and communicate routinely with manufacturing and other personnel. The expectations also include supporting the implementation of and compliance with laboratory quality systems/standards; ISO9001, BQ9000, cGMP and others.  The documentation of work in the form of internal technical reports will be a critical part of the job.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Chemistry, emphasis on analytical chemistry
• Strong understanding and comprehension of analytical chemistry
• Working knowledge of  GC, LC, IC, and other chromatographic techniques
• Preferably five or more years experience as a bench chemist in analytical chemistry
• Proficient in literature searches
• Able to adapt literature procedures to analytical methods
• Strong ability to interpret data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed

FutureFuel Chemical Company is a growing Specialty and Bio-based Chemical Manufacturing facility with an exceptional safety and environmental history.  We are ISO9000 and BQ9000 certified and cGMP ready.  Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com.  FutureFuel offers a competitive relocation, wage, health, dental, disability, and 401(k) plans.  Batesville is a small rural town on the foothills of the Ozark Mountains with excellent area schools, a University of Arkansas 2-year college and Lyon College, a highly rated Liberal Arts College. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US without restriction (Green Card or Citizenship). Visit Batesville at www.mybatesville.org.  Interested parties should send resumes to Human Resources, P.O. Box 2357, Batesville, AR  72503 or stacygunderman@ffcmail.com.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. All applicants will be carefully reviewed; however only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment.

 

FutureFuel Chemical Company is seeking a Development Lab Bench Chemist for our Chemical Technology Department.  The Development Lab Bench Chemist works under the direction of an Advanced Scientist, typically a PhD Chemist.  The Development Lab Bench Chemist assists in the development of new organic chemical synthesis manufacturing processes and the improvement of existing manufacturing processes.  The Development Lab Bench Chemist would also support the resolution of manufacturing issues and product quality issues and provide technical assistance to customers.

They aid in planning and conducting laboratory projects and investigations of a research or development nature.  They assemble laboratory equipment, perform experiments, observe and record details of experimental work, and document the results in memos, reports, and other technical methods.  They perform minor maintenance on laboratory equipment and design and order the necessary supplies and parts to conduct chemical synthesis experiments.  They interface with outside customers and internal peers.  They use a variety of highly technical laboratory equipment to perform research and development type experiments (i.e., automated reactor systems and data acquisition.)  They must consider safety and environmental conditions as well as effectiveness and efficiency when designing and conducting experiments.  Candidates must be strong in initiative and self-direction and committed to follow-through.  Candidates with a B.S. in Chemistry and previous experience are preferred.  Candidates with a B.A. in Chemistry or other related degrees will be considered depending on their course completions and experience.

Future Fuel Chemical Company is a growing U.S. manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals and premium biofuels. Our company is headquartered in Clayton, St Louis and publicly listed on the NYSE under “FF”. We have a world class integrated biofuels and specialty chemicals manufacturing facility in north central Arkansas. Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com.

To be considered for this opportunity, send your resume to Stacygunderman@ffcmail.com.  Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US without restriction (Green Card or Citizenship). We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

FutureFuel Chemical Company is looking for part-time and full-time truck drivers for the Legacy Regional Transport team. Candidates must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a minimum of an “N” endorsement, preferably an “X” endorsement. High school diploma or GED, excellent driving record, and flawless background and drug test are also required. This position will work at the FutureFuel site in Batesville, Arkansas.

The Legacy Regional Transport trucking team members may work in a variety of roles. The trucking team handles deliveries of FutureFuel biodiesel throughout the state and into Tennessee and other surrounding states. Up to two trips a day to Memphis or Little Rock are customary or daily support of FutureFuel fuel tanks in Arkansas. Most positions allow for day-only assignments allowing you to be home each night. Pay is by the load, mile, or hourly depending on the task.  There are a few overnight runs to Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma that happen occasionally.

Another role is traveling to Illinois each day to pick up coal.  The day begins early with pre-load inspections and heading out from the Batesville site.  The coal mine is outside Cutler, Illinois.  It is a one-day run taking about 10 – 10 ½ hours, start to finish.

Legacy Regional Transport, L.L.C. is a wholly own subsidiary of FutureFuel Chemical Company.  FutureFuel Chemical Company is a growing Specialty and Bio-based Chemical Manufacturing facility with an exceptional safety and environmental history. We are ISO9000 and BQ9000 certified. Visit our website at www.futurefuelcorporation.com. FutureFuel offers competitive wage, health, dental, disability, and 401(k) plans. Applicant must be a US Citizen or be able to work in the US without sponsorship. Interested parties should contact Future Fuel at 870-698-5524 or at 2800 Gap Road to obtain an application for employment. Applications for Legacy Regional Transport are also available at www.futurefuelcorporation.com under “Careers.” Interested parties are not considered applicants until all necessary documents have been submitted. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types:

• Full-time
• Part-time

Salary: $23.10/hour or by the load or mile, depending on the task. Coal trips pay $280.57/day.