QC Chemist I

We are seeking a QC Chemist I. This person will conduct quality control analysis on substances to support our Production, Pilot Plant, and R&D groups utilizing quantitative and qualitative analysis. The QC Chemist I will utilize appropriate analytical methodologies and instrumentation to perform all duties.

This is an hourly, 12-hour shift position. The QC Chemist I schedule is a rotating schedule between days and nights. The shifts start at either 6:30am or 6:30pm. Every 12 weeks the shift changes to night shift for 12 weeks. All night shift hours pay a shift differential. The weekly rotation is:

        Week 1:        36 hours worked on Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday

        Week 2:        48 hours (includes 8 hours of overtime pay) worked on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday

Job Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests with the guidance of an experienced or Lead Chemist
• Focuses on final testing, but also performs in-process testing with guidance within 3 months of start
• Independently follows work instructions and test methods for product testing
• Consults batch records and developmental test methods for pilot plant testing
• Prepares and validates laboratory standards and reagents
• Performs analyses safely and participates in safety improvements
• Reviews results when required
• Performs instrument validations and maintenance with guidance of Instrument Support Technician

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science with zero to two years of industrial experience

Experience

• Basic wet chemistry experience
• Experience running experiments in safe manner with proper PPE
• Experience reviewing data
• Quality control experience preferred

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee will be required to wear appropriate PPE at all times.