Careers

Our employee team is one of the biggest factors to our success. We are only as strong as our people, which is why we only surround ourselves with the best, most qualified and motivated individuals.

Mo-Sci provides a competitive benefits package along with a relaxed work environment that lends itself well to career advancement and longevity. If you are interested in a career at Mo-Sci, please check this page regularly for openings, contact us directly, or download our application here.

Completed applications and resumes may be emailed, faxed, or dropped off at our main office.

MO SCI, LLC
4040 HyPoint North
Rolla, MO 65401

Email: hr@mo-sci.com
Fax: 573-364-9589

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid time off

Mo-Sci is an equal-opportunity employer.

About Mo-Sci

Mo-Sci is a world leader in high-quality precision glass technology working with many Fortune 500 companies as their priority or sole provider of specialty glasses. Mo-Sci’s glass microspheres, fibers, and frit have many uses including internationally recognized healthcare applications.


Senior R&D Engineer

The Senior R&D Engineer’s primary purpose is to solicit grants and research projects in both government and private sectors. He/She will be responsible for the development of new products and/or the continual improvement of existing products. The Senior R&D Engineer will be responsible for continued growth in and success of the company by creating new opportunities for product development. 

The position reports to the Chief Technology Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Mathematical and communication skills (written and oral)
  • Continually increases knowledge through education both formal and informal
  • Computer literate
  • Solicit research projects from both government and private sectors
  • Assist in technical product support for Mo-Sci
  • Ensure subordinate positions and personnel operate in a safe manner meeting governmental and company safety policies and procedures
  • To establish project timelines and priorities
  • Soliciting Government R&D Grant Programs (SBIR/STTR), Private/Commercial R&D projects, Project management, and technical support to Mo-Sci
  • Responsible for reviewing all open solicitations from the SBIR/STTR programs and determining which solicitations have relevance and offer the best chance of being awarded
  • Maintaining the level of research income under their submissions to be 150 to 300 percent of their annual salary
  • Presenting a quarterly report that lists the proposed projects with a short summary of the technical aspects and the likely outcomes gained by submitting selected proposals
  • Responsible for the management of each project currently awarded through his/her submissions
  • Technical support required in product development/support for Mo-Sci
  • Manages awarded projects efficiently and effectively
Minimum Required Education and Experience

MS Degree in Ceramic, Material Science, or Glass Engineering

Preferred: Ph.D. in one of the above disciplines. 

Experience/knowledge of two to three years in research in the above disciplines with an emphasis on glass engineering. Along with experience in project management in the fields listed. 

Decision-Making and Scope of Authority

Independent thinking, Self-Starter, Solid Work Ethic, Understanding of Ethical Industry practices

Skills and Competencies
  • Good understanding of engineering and technology challenges
  • Strong emotional intelligence
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite (i.e. Excel, PowerPoints, etc.)
  • A desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Adept multi-tasker with the ability to quickly prioritize and effectively delegate tasks
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including demonstrated comfort and finesse in communicating with senior leadership teams.
  • A results-oriented approach and take-charge attitude
  • Enthusiasm for business travel
Working Conditions
  • Work will be done in office and manufacturing environment
  • The nature of the work may expose the incumbent to a variety of hazardous materials such as acids, SiO2, heat, etc.
Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee will frequently be required to sit; climb; stand; walk; lift; turning head and torso bending arms; wrists and fingers. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday with weekend availability

Supplemental pay types: Yearly bonus

Willingness to travel: 25%

Work Location: Rolla, Missouri


Inventory and Procurement Specialist

The Inventory and Procurement Specialist oversees raw material sourcing and purchasing to support the organization’s manufacturing activities.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Oversee material purchasing by providing the organization with the required raw materials
  • Ensure the continued growth and success of the company through purchasing and inventory industry best practices
  • Process purchase requests and ensure we select the best combination of provider and price
  • Coordinate delivery of purchased goods
  • Support asset management and related inventory activities
  • Conduct cycle counting and full physical inventory counts
  • Conduct inventory variance research
  • Coordinate and integrate efforts across operational departments to enhance inventory accuracy
  • Work with suppliers on becoming an approved source and ensure the Suppliers Corrective Actions Requests (SCARs) are resolved and documented
  • Build supplier relationships
  • Possible travel to suppliers to perform audits
  • Prepare disaster recovery assessments
  • Work as back-up for Materials Management position
  • Assist with Sales and Production planning
  • Communicate with Sales and Production to ensure inventory requirements are met to satisfy sales goals
  • Problem-solving
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks
Qualifications
  • Preferred: 3 plus years in inventory management
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
  • Preferred: knowledge of supply chain best practices
  • Experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions.
  • Regardless of education or work experience, the position incumbent must be willing to pursue additional training or upgrade their education and/or sharpen skill deficiencies.
  • ITAR-compliant company applicants must be US persons.
  • Strong customer service, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational, research, and multitasking abilities.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • A professional appearance.

Job Type: Full Time

Work Location: Rolla, Missouri


Quality Assurance Technician II

The QA Technician II assists the QA Coordinator in ensuring Mo-Sci products meet quality standards.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Reject raw material or product that does not meet the specific guidelines
  • Maintain adequate laboratory supplies
  • Test materials before they are stocked in the Online Store and fill Online Store orders
  • Complete Risk Analyses as required
  • Prepare and/or review documentation for correctness in a timely and accurate manner
  • Assist the QA Coordinator in ensuring products meet standards
  • Assist the QA Coordinator in inventory, status, and tracking of raw materials, products, and non-conforming materials.
  • Assist the QA Coordinator in training new employees
  • Implementation and maintenance of Mo-Sci’s Quality System
  • Maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies
  • Maintenance of records and retention samples
  • Ensure Risk Analyses are completed
  • Problem-solving
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks
Qualifications
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science or Chemistry
  • Regardless of education or work experience, the position incumbent must be willing to pursue additional training or upgrade their education and/or sharpen skill deficiencies
  • Have the ability to project themselves on the telephone in a clear, concise manner
  • Basic management skills
  • Mathematical and communication skills both written and oral
  • Ability to give directions concerning quality issues
  • have a working knowledge of the market served by the company.
  • Computer literate
  • ITAR compliant Company applicants must be US person
  • Strong customer service, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational, research, and multitasking abilities.
  • A professional appearance.

Job Type: Full Time

Work Location: Rolla, Missouri


Manufacturing Technician

The Manufacturing Technician provides the necessary manufacturing of products that meet or exceed customer quality specifications.

Qualifications

The ability to:

  • Manufacture material in accordance with established standards
  • Ensure production goals are met and product meets customer specifications
  • Identify quality and production problems and opportunities
  • Provide assistance to other departments and co-workers
  • Document process parameters and establish traceability
  • Self-start and be detail-oriented
  • Prioritize multiple assigned tasks
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner
  • Basic management skills
  • Written and oral math and communication skills
  • Basic mechanical aptitude
  • Basic human relations skills

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Day and Evening Shifts

Work Location: Rolla, Missouri