QC Chemist

Will be performing quality control tests on in process, raw materials, and finished product by wet chemical analysis. Will be using a wide variety of analytical instruments, including gas chromatographs, HPLCs, viscomaters, Flash point apparatus.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:
- Performing QC tests using wet test methods and instrumentation methods
- Entering sensitive data into SAP
- Resolving SAP issues for raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods
- Participating in resolving quality related CCAs (Customer Corrective Action), when needed
- Assisting production operators with trouble-shooting issues
- Assisting manufacturing with productivity and quality improvements
- Operating analytical laboratory equipment safely
- Preparing and completing appropriate reports and shift notes
- Demonstrating good housekeeping
- Demonstrating clear, concise oral communication and good writing skills

SKILLS:

EDUCATION AND PREFERRED EXPERIENCES:
- Minimum Associate degree in Chemistry. Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.
- Six years prior experience working in a manufacturing environment/QC lab preferred
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong attention to details, organization and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Experience with both wet & dry chemistry.
- SAP experience is preferred.
- Must be Computer literate
- Must be Familiar with standard laboratory equipment and procedures
- Must be able to Perform benchmark tests
- Must be able to Perform validation tests
- Production experience desired
- 3-5 years lab experience required
- QA/QC experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to climb up and down 4 flights of stairs
- Must be able to work rotating shifts
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 lbs.