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QC Chemist Wanted!
Salary range is $23.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience, with an excellent personal time off policy and 401(k) and Profit-Sharing!
About the Job
GFS Chemicals is seeking a QC Chemist to join our RAC Division at our Powell location. The QC Chemist will perform quality control product testing, maintain accurate batch/lot records, and assure products meet specifications set by the ACS (or other relevant Consensus Methods Committees), the company, and its customers.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support and participate in internal safety, quality and regulatory audits, including preparation of records, documentation of findings and tracking follow-ups
- Analyze samples from production, stock, and bought for resale chemicals according to GFS/ACS testing methods and specifications
- Perform basic calibrations on equipment
- Maintain and clean laboratory and equipment
- Maintain and re-standardize laboratory reagents
- Observe plant activities for quality compliance
- Responsible for adhering to and contributing to improvements for all relevant ISO programs
- Record results for all tests on QC worksheets, data entry to the ERP system, and certificate of analysis generation
- Responsible for recording a pass/fail record and retaining/storing analyzed samples
- Familiarity with wet chemistry
- Daily use of the following lab equipment, which includes calibration and routine maintenance of machines such as:
- pH Meter
- Auto and manual titrations
- Karl Fischer water analysis
- Density Meter
- ICP-OES
- Moisture Analyzer
- UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
- Turbidity Meter
- Chromatography
- This is not a complete list, and analytical tools/instruments will vary dependent on the specific lab the incumbent is operating within
- Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor to accomplish the goals of the Company
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Science, Biology, or Chemistry is preferred
- 0-2 years’ previous experience in analytical testing, laboratory or quality control required
- Core Skills:
- Safety conscious
- Experience and familiarity working in a lab
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines
- Strong problem-solving and analytical math skills including basic algebra
- Ability to write legibly
- Able to communicate using the English language clearly
- Maintain a positive attitude toward work and others
- Works well unsupervised and without much contact with others in general if working on an off-shift
- Arrives to work clean and clean shaven and change into clean company-provided uniforms
- Familiarity with ISO and/or GMP regulations
- Detail-oriented
- Must be able to visualize small details and colors with or without corrective lenses
About GFS Chemicals
GFS Chemicals is a family‑owned and operated business based in Columbus, Ohio, serving customers worldwide since 1928. Each employee is entrusted with meaningful work that directly contributes to the success of our customers and the long‑term strength of our organization.
As an established yet close‑knit family business, GFS is built on a legacy of quality, service, integrity, and innovation in the fine and specialty chemicals market. We are committed to fostering a workplace where safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement are part of how we do business every day.
GFS offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employees and their families, including competitive pay, a 401(k) with profit sharing, a Health Savings Account with a 2:1 company match, paid time off, company‑paid life insurance and AD&D coverage, medical, vision, dental insurance, and additional benefits.
Our Culture & Core Values
Our Core Values guide how we operate and every employee plays a role in upholding them.
- Safety First — We are committed to the safety of our employees and our community.
- Reliable High Quality — We are dedicated to delivering exceptional quality in everything we do.
- Adaptability — We adjust to new situations and challenges with a positive mindset, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in the face of change.
- Continuous Improvement — We take initiative by seeking new and better ways of improving our processes, skills and technology.
- Trustworthy Family Business — We maintain high ethical standards and take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
- Collaborative Engagement — We build deep relationships with customers and employees, we work together to understand and meet their specific needs, combining customer feedback and employee expertise for better outcomes.
Additional Information
GFS Chemicals will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled
No agency inquiries, please.
Salary : $23 - $25