Job Description
Drug-Free Workplace| DOT-Compliant| Pre-Employment and Random Testing Required
DESCRIPTION
The laboratory Chemist is responsible for testing XRD samples and analyzing the test results. Will also assist the lab technicians with any issues and/or rotation.
RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Receives XRD sample and determine if it can be analyzed.
- Grind sample.
- Prepare sample for testing.
- Analyze results and determine if further testing is necessary.
- Enter data on AMT and send out to customers, account managers, and/or other labs.
- Performs Complete Water Analysis: preparation of samples to be ran on the ICP and IC instruments; records the data for each sample and transfers it into our database.
- Solids and Millipore analysis.
- Coupons are soaked in xylene and then weighed, and the results are entered into our database
- Residual testing each sample to be ran through a series of steps to determine if any chemical residual is left in the sample.
- Cold finger analysis.
- Preparation of carryover samples.
- QC of raw chemical and blends.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred.
- Previous lab experience in the Production Chemical industry is a huge plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. at any given time, no greater than 20% of the time.
- Daily physical demands of the position include, but are not limited to: sitting, standing, bending, climbing, agility, reaching, trunk movements, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, low level work, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing and talking.
We are a DRUG-FREE workplace committed to employee health and safety.
Employment is contingent on successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Random and post-incident drug testing are required in accordance with company policy and any applicable regulatory requirements.
We take pride in enforcing our Drug and Alcohol Policy consistently and expect every employee to champion our safety-first culture.