Chemist

Industrial Inspection & Analysis is looking to hire a Chemist at our materials testing laboratory located in Hammond, IN. About Us Industrial Inspection & Analysis®️ (IIA) is an emerging, high growth inspection, testing, and analytical business seeking to build a national platform in order to serve a breadth of industrial sectors and geographies. We pledge to provide Story-Worthy Service and Solutions, through even the most challenging situations. Making the World Safer is our mission at IIA. We are committed to operating in an environmentally and socially responsible manner and to helping our customers do so as well. Across every industry we serve, we offer inspection and engineering services that promote safety, efficiency and compliance with all applicable regulations. Primary Job Responsibilities The primary job function is to perform chemical compositional analyses of numerous materials from various industries utilizing instrumentation including but not limited to GC-MS, DSC, TGA, ICP-OES, SEM/EDS, and XRF. The Chemist will also: Prepare reagents, prep samples consisting of complex matrixes (products), liquids, and solid materials and analyze according to published methods. Work effectively, under minimum direction, in a team environment delivering test results in sample hold time and on time. Perform acid digestion of various metals, ores, and slags materials to identify the chemical composition and best match to industry standardCreate beneficial customer relationship through accurate and timely communicationMaintenance of equipment, routine, and non-routine.Method Development Required Qualifications Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent ResidentBachelor’s Degree in ChemistryExcellent mathematical skillsDetail orientedA self-directed mindset with the ability to work under minimal supervision is critical to this positionAble to effectively communicate questions and differences between common problems and unique situationsAbility to organize work and to engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently to meet deadlines is essential to this positionFamiliar with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft WordWork well in group solving situations Working Conditions Work will be performed primarily in lab and occasionally onsite at client facilityMust be able to stand for long periods of time while performing the job responsibilities. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Benefits Offered Medical (w/Mental Health coverage), Dental, Vision insuranceVoluntary Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident plansEmployer covered Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability plansEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(k) + Roth Retirement PlansPaid Time Off and Holidays Industrial Inspection & Analysis provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. IIA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.