Chemist - Entry Level

Job Description

Job Description

QC Chemist

Overview : The purpose of the QC Chemist is to carry out QC lab analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and final products so that results are accurately determined, carried out in a timely way, and properly communicated to customers.

Ensures that the manufacturing operation is well supported and outside customers are promptly served with the correct product and information.

QC Chemist Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• To carry out QC analytical work exactly to the required written methods and using the correct equipment, so that information to internal and external customers is accurate, timely, and properly reported.
• To communicate fully with internal and external customers so that their requirements and results are fully understood and any interpretation of the information is properly supplied.
• To work independently, as well as in a team, so work is smoothly and efficiently handled, shift handover is completed with a full understanding of ongoing issues, production operators are supported in their in-process testing and the lab coordinator is kept appraised of issues and how they are being handled.
• To spot and troubleshoot questionable results and equipment problems so that resolution of the matter is obtained in a timely way, and the proper people are kept informed or asked for guidance.
• To be able to calibrate all lab equipment and keep records to the appropriate Quality Standards so that the equipment is always ready for use.
• To be able to suggest and run small projects, within the general scope of work done in the QC Lab, so that lab improvements can be made.
• To follow all Company policies, procedures, and instructions so that work is properly and safely done, the quality system is maintained, and good housekeeping is carried out.

Other Details :

• Location : Chicago; Back of the Yards
• Schedule : 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 00 PM / flexible to work other shifts when turns direct. Chemist get to choose their top 2 shift preferences and will usually get granted their choice but must be able to work all shifts.

This is done so no one is on a shift longer than 8 weeks.

QC Chemist - Qualifications :

• Chemistry degree required.
• The person must apply good safety practice, good laboratory practice, and be familiar with operating to one of the quality regimes e.

g. ISO 9000 or similar.

• The person must be conversant with instrumental analysis and wet chemistry and in particular the following techniques : GC, automated titrations, physical property testing, color measurement, and spectroscopic techniques.
• The ability to troubleshoot instruments is required. A good sense of smell is required for organoleptic testing.
• The person must have computer skills, be able to use databases, spreadsheets, word processing software, and computer controlled instruments.
• The person must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational, decision-making and record keeping skills are also required.
• The ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits :

• After 30 days of employment, you will qualify for health benefits on the first of the following month; including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• You will accrue 1 hour of PTO for every 35 hours you work; it starts accruing immediately.
• Paid overtime.

Company Description

Real People. Real Connections. Real Results.

That's the Messina Talent Advantage.

For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.

Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.

Company Description

Real People. Real Connections. Real Results. r n r nThat's the Messina Talent Advantage. r n r nFor more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients.

We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.

r n r nMessina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.