ICD - Analytical Pilot Chemist

Pilot Chemist

Aquatech is seeking a full-time Pilot Chemist to join our team in Hartland, Wisconsin. This position reports to the Lab Manager and plays a crucial role in supporting our clients' water purification systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to safety policies
• Oversee pilot and laboratory testing, meeting key performance indicators
• Operate equipment and pilot systems for conducting pilot testing, including process changes and analytical testing
• Interact with Engineering to understand pilot goals and provide updates
• Communicate observations, challenges, and process design improvements
• Document operating notes and transfer information to the next shift
• Write and read operating procedures, drawings, and pilot guidelines
• Train new laboratory technicians and develop training materials
• Maintain cleanliness and organize pilot and laboratory areas and equipment
• Collaborate with Engineering in designing pilot test systems
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment required for pilot operation
• Manage spare parts inventory and initiate ordering when necessary
• Perform regular maintenance on critical equipment
• Calibrate sensors and perform mechanical work as needed
• Oversee cleanliness and organization standards in the pilot area
• Perform light building improvement projects
• Perform detailed measurements on samples from pilot testing
• Conduct analytical chemistry tests and benchtop testing
• Prepare and run samples through instruments, calibrate instruments, and troubleshoot equipment
• Train new technicians on preparing samples for analysis
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the analytical room
• Set up and run samples through spectrometry and chromatography instruments
• Communicate equipment needs and perform approved troubleshooting
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of results
• Treat waste streams for proper disposal
• Monitor chemical inventory and initiate ordering as required
• Set up and run samples through spectrometry and chromatography instruments
• Communicate equipment needs and perform approved troubleshooting
• Ensure consistent equipment operation
• Train new technicians on preparing samples for analysis
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the analytical room

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, or related field
• Associate in Applied Science Degree with strong chemistry/science coursework
• Non-degreed related work experience with mechanical aptitude/technical background
• Experience/training in bench top 'wet' inorganic chemistry analytical procedures
• Leadership experience
• Detail oriented, excellent communication skills, ability to understand and follow detailed lab procedures and safety sheets
• Experience with standard laboratory instruments such as pH and conductivity meters, analytical balances, and microscopes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Willingness to learn and grow in responsibility on the job
• Hands-on ability to carry out tasks with minimal monitoring
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts as needed by testing
• Ability to work weekdays and weeknights and overtime as required by testing
• Occasional weekend work as required by testing