Title: QC Chemist
Location: Richmond, MO
Salary: $50-55,000 (negotiable)
Shift: (2nd) Mon-Fri | 3:00pm-11:30pm
Summary: As the QC Chemist you will be responsible for quality and process control testing including gravimetric wet testing as well as instrumental analyses.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Ensures lab quality control by performing batch testing in a timely manner using a variety of test methods on various products and chemicals
- Makes informed process control decisions i.e. raw material adjustments, temperature, mixing and pressure adjustments
- Performs tasks including analyzing, recording and reporting accurate results to management in a timely fashion
- Communicates with the plant operators and supervisors through regular plant tours and checking batch log sheets
- Participates in R&D projects including gathering necessary raw materials / intermediates, determining appropriate work flow measures and testing, ensuring smooth transition to next shift and communicating processes and results in a timely manner
- Collects and prepares samples for customers and prepares for shipment
- Maintains clean and organized lab work area
- Manages inventory reduction per departmental inventory reduction strategy
- Manages process improvements and upgrades manufacturing instructions
- Compliance and follow through regarding RCRA, EPA, OSHA, and other company guidelines and trainings
- Provides on-call and overtime support as needed in the evenings and other required times
- Works as a functional member of the team with the ability to self-direct the work-day
- Participates in all environmental and safety training as required by regulations and company policies
- Suggests improvements for safety and compliance
- Promptly reports any safety incidents and participates in incident investigations
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or related field and 1-5 years’ experience working in an analytical lab or a suitable combination of education and relevant experience
- Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with gravimetric and analytic techniques.
- Extensive knowledge of commonly-used procedures within the chemical manufacturing industry
- Previous work and/or knowledge of commonly-used procedures within the thermoset polymer industry is strongly preferred
- Ability to prioritize workflow, organize diverse material, and handle multiple changing priorities
- Ability to perform effectively and problem solve without supervision and within established time limits
- Ability to interact and communicate professionally verbally and in writing
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications and instrumental software; Experience with SAGE Platinum for Windows is preferred