QA Chemist - Taylorsville

About the role

The QA Chemist plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the quality testing process at Bakelite. They are responsible for training and mentoring team members on quality control practices and driving initiatives to surpass quality and environmental objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA/QC testing on Resins and other chemical products.
• Train operators on applicable analytical methods; and assist them in working toward continuous improvement.
• Perform equipment calibration & maintenance for the production and QA labs.
• Maintain and operate advanced analytical equipment including a GC.
• Use statistical and quality tools to help meet or exceed quality goals.
• Review product and raw material quality data in the ERP system (M3/Infor) for accuracy.
• Package and ship samples per DOT and IATA requirements.
• Support the Quality and Environmental departments.
• Manage the Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program.
• Manage the stormwater testing program.
• Manage universal hazardous waste program.
• Adhere to all plant health, safety, and environmental guidelines, policies and procedures by wearing necessary Personal Protection equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• 4 years of laboratory or environmental experience, or an Associate degree with 2 years of laboratory/environmental experience, or a BS degree in science.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Software: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Experience working as part of a multifunctional team and performing work with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Willing and able to work in manufacturing plant setting.
• Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Day shift with willingness to work overtime and on weekends, if necessary (limited).

Qualifications

• Necessary and preferred job requirements of the role.

Skills

• Strong knowledge and skills in organic and polymer chemistry.
• Two (2) years or more working in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting analytical equipment including titrators, GC, gas analyzers.
• Environmental knowledge of Air permits, stormwater permits, SARA, SPCC, RMP.

Benefits

Bakelite offers competitive compensation, robust benefits, and support for associates' personal and professional growth. The company is committed to protecting the planet and maintaining a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace.

Pay

Details about pay structure not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Day shift with flexibility to work overtime and on weekends, if necessary.