Chemical Dependency Director jobs in Peoria, AZ

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We are looking for an experienced Lab Chemist who will be responsible for quality control of incoming, blended, and unknown materials, as well as the associated quality records, and assuring compliance with the established CCI quality procedures and documentation. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing material quality control testing, material sampling, sample retention, instrument calibration and maintenance, document control, and method development/validation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming and outgoing products.
• Perform incoming material quality assurance tests, completing Lab requests in a timely manner, manufacturing specified laboratory and production solutions when appropriate, and assuring compliance with established CCI QA/QC policies, procedures and documentation.
• Approve chemical labels and Certificates of Analysis.
• Assign proper chemical grade classifications to incoming and CCI produced materials.
• Maintain CCI Quality records and procedures.
• Maintain instruments, consumables, and calibration standards.
• Assist with activities involving 3rd party analytical laboratories.
• Create continuous improvement in the consistency of chemical products.
• Execute, maintain, and improve safe laboratory and production practices and procedures.
• Develop, initiate and execute cost-effective procedures for inspection, testing, development and evaluation of CCI products and/or services in a timely manner to meet the needs of our internal and external customers.
• Assist with written lab procedures and QC procedures as needed.
• Develop and recommend effective inspection and sampling techniques.
• Responsible for analytical method development, compendial validation, planning, and implementation of supporting analytical testing.
• Collaborate with managers of other departments to meet customer demands and employ best practices with standardized procedures whenever possible.
• Carry out special projects as directed by Management.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry that includes classroom and laboratory courses in general and analytical chemistry, knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Previous experience in a research or analytical chemistry lab is required. May substitute experience for education. Must be computer literate and knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Office software, pH meters, automatic titrator, densitometer, and liquid particle counters. Previous ICP-MS experience is required, experience with Agilent ICP-MS is preferred. Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc. will provide all equipment and tools.

The Company

As a specialty chemical company, Columbus Chemical Industries, (CCI), focuses on the needs of our customers by providing customized, engineered and high-purity products for diverse industries. We fulfill our vision of “Delivering Solutions through Chemistry” by partnering with customers to understand specific needs, developing unique chemical solutions, and then producing products under stringent quality assurance standards. Our CCI team is very proud of the recognition they regularly receive for employee safety, environmentally conscious practices, and active involvement in the community.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Research or analytical chemistry lab: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person