Job Title:  Senior Chemist

Job Purpose

 Responsible for chemical analysis of incoming and in-process materials to verify conformance to specified chemical requirements, such as purity.   Conducts testing of materials under consideration for use in products to determine fitness for use.  Develops and validates new test procedures when required.  Conducts special projects to support cost savings or product development activities.  Chem lab testing to complete job requirements requires the use of various wet chem techniques and various pieces of test equipment. The Chemist is required to use and maintain this equipment. The Chemist is required to maintain stock of needed lab supplies.  Must be able to perform independently with minimal guidance and minimal direction from manager.  Must be able to implement and follow safe practices appropriate for a chem lab environment.

Provides advice and support to all locations within the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts chem lab testing of incoming materials and in-process samples.
• Develops and validates testing processes as required.  
• Develops methods for validating lab results.
• Conducts testing for evaluation and qualification of materials for use in products including plastics, adhesives, papers, etc.
• Conducts special projects critical to the company’s attainment of cost and product performance objects.
• Documents lab activities are required to meet business needs.
• Supports project work both through lab testing of materials and through support of test runs in the manufacturing process.
• Maintains the lab and equipment in an organized, safe manner.
• Act as the vendor contact for the lab equipment and supplies, as well as the contact for internal and external sample requests.

Qualifications

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: 4-year degree in chemistry or related field which includes laboratory training, plus a minimum of 4 years’ experience in an analytical lab, preferably in a lead acid battery manufacturing facility. (Additional years’ experience may be used in lieu of a 4-year degree.)

Language Skills: Strong written and verbal English skills

Mathematical Skills: Strong math skills including algebra.

Reasoning Ability: Root cause problem solving

Computer Skills:   Microsoft Office & lab equipment software

This position involves office and factory exposure including occasional exposure to high levels of background noise.  The worker is also subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current and exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals

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