QC 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. Schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm while also covering off shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

Uphold Hydrite's Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers; Perform required quality control analysis of incoming, manufactured and outgoing materials with authority to make acceptance, production adjustments or rejection decisions; 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 and process laboratory portion of paperwork; Suggest corrective action; Assure timely technical support to production in regards to manufacturing adjustments and quality issues; Assure timely response of material acceptance/rejection decisions; Maintain a clean and neat laboratory at all times; clean glassware; Communicate to supervisor concerns about laboratory practices, operational problems, quality trends, etc.; Perform and complete analysis, projects, analytical developments and revisions of quality policies as assigned by supervisor; Promote complete customer satisfaction through quality and service to both external and internal customers; Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned; Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required; Perform administrative duties including the generation, distribution and filing of Certificates of Analysis; Maintain analytical capabilities; Manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling; Work with other staff members to maintain workload balances and provide backup support as necessary; Support effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team; Regular attendance is essential; Reports to the QC Manager

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required; Good laboratory analytical skills; Good presentation and interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate in English; Ability to apply advanced math skills and use involved problem solving; Self-motivated and initiates continuous improvement; Ability to perform multiple tasks; Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English; RCRA compliant; Able to stand six to seven hours a day; Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a day; Able to perform tasks requiring good manual dexterity; Able to lift 50 pounds; Bend, twist, and squat on occasion; Climb ladders or stairs multiple times per day; Must meet DOT vision requirements; Contact lenses are prohibited due to safety concerns

Nice to have

Degree preferably in a science related field

Benefits

401k and profit sharing; Medical, dental, vision and life insurance; Paid time off; 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