Chemist I

Role: Food Safety Chemist I Responsibilities Ensure products meet quality and food safety standards.Monitor plant processes, calibrate instrumentation, and maintain quality assurance systems.Analyze data, identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.Assess process quality parameters, raw materials, and food safety systems daily.Train new team members in food safety and quality procedures.Provide technical support to production operations to reduce waste, variation, and costs.Perform compliance checks and final product approval.Handle basic issues under supervision and escalate complex problems. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.Ability to adapt to changing environments and learn new systems.Experience with email, spreadsheets, word processing, and SAP is preferred.Ability to identify process and laboratory issues and implement improvements. Additional Details Location: Breaux Bridge, LASchedule: First shift with flexibility for additional hours and weekends. Note: No relocation assistance provided. Equal opportunity employer committed to safety and integrity.