Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Chemist to maintain and enhance the efficiency of our laboratory operations. This role involves performing both routine cleaning tasks and complex analytical duties, ensuring the lab is both functional and pristine. You will play a critical role in reviewing laboratory notebooks, conducting chemical analyses, and assisting with quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory cleaning duties, including emptying trash, wiping countertops, cleaning sinks, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Clean laboratory equipment such as scales, hoods, and refrigerators on a weekly basis.
• Review laboratory notebooks of fellow chemists promptly.
• Conduct wet chemical and instrumental analysis of blends as per established methods.
• Perform microbial plate count testing of blends when necessary.
• Review, approve, and interpret data before reporting to Quality Assurance.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and other documentation accurately.
• Assist in creating and reviewing reformulation calculations prior to production submission.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance for paperwork, forms, and standard operating procedures creation and filing.
• Complete weekly inventory of analytical standards, solvents, pH buffers, and microbial plates, and present findings to the laboratory manager.
• Support annual preventative maintenance of laboratory instruments.
• Coordinate with the supplier for service and repair of laboratory deionized water equipment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology or equivalent laboratory experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in routine lab and analytical operations.
• Knowledge of chemistry, HPLC, and laboratory operations.
• Ability to perform algebraic calculations and understand weights and measurements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• GC and HPLC experience is preferred.
• Quality control experience is advantageous.

Work Environment

The laboratory operates with a small team, currently consisting of one other person with plans to add two more members. The flexible work hours allow you to start between 6:30 am and 7:30 am, working 8.5 hours per day, including a lunch break. The environment offers a small company feel with the benefits and perks of being owned by a larger company, providing opportunities for career advancement, such as moving up to a Chemist II position.