Quality Control Chemist

The primary purpose of this position is to perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured, and outgoing material. Provide technical support to production and sales and ensure all Quality Assurance/Quality Control practices and procedures are followed. This position will uphold the Hydrite "Standards of Excellence" through continuous commitment to customer satisfaction, both internal and external.

Responsibilities

Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured and outgoing materials with authority to make acceptance, production adjustments or rejection decisions; Provide technical support to production and sales; Ensure all Quality Assurance/Quality Control practices and procedures are followed; Maintain records accurately, neatly, legibly and completely; Perform daily laboratory activities to help meet production requirements; Perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, quality control checks, solutions preparations and standardization; Assist in addressing customer product complaints and returns through investigation and analysis; Suggest corrective action; Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times; Perform administrative duties including the generation, distribution and filing of Certificates of Analysis; Manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling; Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required, preferably in a science related field; Must possess good laboratory analytical skills; Able to apply advanced math skills and use involved problem solving; Must be self-motivated and initiate continuous improvement; Ability to perform multiple tasks; Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English; Must be RCRA compliant; Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 10 hours per day; Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally; Able to perform tasks requiring good manual dexterity; Climb ladders multiple times per day; Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching

Nice to have

A science related degree is preferred

Benefits

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution; $600 per Year Wellness Incentive; Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off; Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, eligible first day of the month following hire date; 401k and profit sharing; Life insurance; Tuition reimbursement; Adoption assistance; Legal services insurance; Scholarship awards for children of employees; Summer picnic; Community giving events; Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach