Quality Control Chemist (at Gelest)

Analytical Testing

• Analyze specialty monomers, polymers, and other specialty chemical products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform analytical testing using instrumentation including HPLC, GC, GPC, Karl Fischer, UV-Vis, FT-IR, spectrophotometry, and wet chemistry techniques.
• Interpret and document analytical results accurately and in a timely manner.

Maintenance and Calibration

• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment.

Quality Control

• Follow Quality Control laboratory procedures, ISO standards, and safety requirements during daily operations.
• Investigate laboratory non-conformance events and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Communicate testing results, issues, and priorities effectively with QC management and cross-functional teams.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain laboratory records, reports, and notebooks in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Technical Support

• Serve as a technical resource for QC laboratory processes and analytical methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific field, minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of analytical techniques and instrumentation including HPLC, GC, GPC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, Karl Fischer, potentiometric titrations, spectrophotometry, and kinematic viscometry.
• Ability to safely handle and dispose of hazardous chemicals, including toxic, flammable, corrosive, and lachrymatory materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical and numerical data.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to follow written procedures, maintain accurate documentation, and work within ISO quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and communicate issues in a timely manner.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, professional, and respectful work environment.
• Familiarity with the ISO Quality Management System preferred.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Wear personal protective equipment as needed.
• Interest in working 2nd shift: Four (4) 10-hour shifts, Monday–Thursday, 12:30 PM – 11:00 PM preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $27.00 (entry level) - $35.00 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Competitive Benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees