Quality Control Chemist 

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Together we work with an awareness of how even small actions affect others, an attitude of kindness and concern for each other, and a drive for action that helps people live healthy lives.

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Be a part of helping people live healthy lives as our new Quality Control Chemist.

This is an entry level position responsible for performing analytical testing for chemical attributes of raw materials and finished products using defined methods and procedures. This testing is done to show compliance with specifications and to ensure the quality of materials. This position may also carry out specific phases of more complex research projects under the direction of a more experienced chemist or supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Perform testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products. This testing will consist of wet chemistry and analytical chemistry techniques.
• Set up, adjust, and operate several types of laboratory instrumentation – HPLC, GC-FID, ICP, UV- Vis, HPTLC, FTIR, and TOC, among others.
• Perform sample preparation procedures using several techniques such as: extraction, sonication, solvent evaporation, dilution, and filtration.
• Perform analytical testing according to written SOP's. Testing is performed with precision, accuracy and completed on time.
• Review and write laboratory documents using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Peer review of documentation for compliance with SOPs and written specifications.
• Interpret, report, and review test results from contract laboratories.
• Maintain neat, accurate, and complete records such that they are defendable through an audit.
• Perform calibration, verification, and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Report final test results in the computerized Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Operate several types of computerized data handling systems.
• Initiate an OOS investigation when test results do not comply with specifications.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Consult with other laboratory staff when issues with test methods arise.
• Revise existing SOPs at the direction of a more experienced chemist or supervisor.
• Perform other laboratory-related duties or tests as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field from four-year College or university. Completion of an internship or research project in related field a plus. A minimum of one year of laboratory experience is preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a plus.
• Time management skills are important.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision is needed.
• May involve travel once a year.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions managers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All benefits are effective on day 1 of employment.

Medical      Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high – deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.

Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.

Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage

Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.

401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.

You’ll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:

• Company provided short-term & long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage
• New parent phase-in program & paternity leave
• Educational assistance reimbursement
• Product discounts & a wellness program

Start Helping People live Healthy lives today!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)