Lab Analyst

Job Description

Grace is looking for a Lab Analyst to join their dynamic team. This position will perform chemical and physical analyses to ensure raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods meet specifications as outlined by established procedures for Specialty Catalyst, Refining Technologies, and R&D products.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing and accurately calculate, interpret, and report laboratory results
• Operate and maintain a variety of laboratory instrumentation, including pH meters, nitrogen surface area analyzers, ICP, TGA, and particle size analyzers
• Prepare calibration standards and perform instrument calibrations
• Maintain accurate and complete laboratory documentation in accordance with established procedures and quality standards
• Enter, retrieve, and manage laboratory data within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Monitor process and product quality by updating and maintaining Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts
• Perform routine laboratory housekeeping activities and support preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Prepare special request samples for shipment
• Assist with product development, and process improvement projects under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while supporting daily laboratory operations

Physical Requirements And Environment

• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year technical degree in Chemistry, Laboratory Technology, or a related scientific field preferred and Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, including at least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory testing procedures, instrumentation, quality systems, and safe laboratory practices

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace
• Retailment Plans 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave (salaried only)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program