What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist Quality Assurance position at Arclin?
Perform inspections on raw material, production, shipping, and developmental samples using standard methods.
- Inspections via physical test and Certificate of Analysis review.
- Approval of conforming materials to internal and customer requirements.
- Control non-conforming materials.
- Recommend any needed adjustments or actions to production based on sample test results, formula guidelines, experience, and other experts as necessary for efficient and timely completion of products meeting customer expectations.
Experience and capability to operate a variety of laboratory analytical equipment; including set up, calibration, and maintenance.
- GC-FID (OpenLab CDS)
- HPLC (Empower 3)
- FTIR (Omnic)
- Flame AAS (Solaar)
- Auto Titrators (LabX)
- Viscometers
- Moisture Analyzers
- pH Meters
Maintain accurate records of all data taken using the LIMS system, batch cards, notebooks, reports, and checklists necessary for the specific type of data being recorded. Capability of using statistical programs to evaluate results. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft 365.
Ensure accurate and timely delivery of legally binding documents
- Certificates of Analysis
- Bills of Lading
Collect and maintain samples for inspection, label properly, sort and store for all lots numbers, for required retain period.
Participate in continuous improvement activities for laboratory, laboratory/production interactions, and production processes. Including recommending procedure changes, documenting non-conformance incidents, participating in root cause investigations, and actively learning/reviewing analytical test methods and quality protocols.
Maintain the laboratory in safe, organized, neat, well stocked, functional condition; including cleaning up work areas, submitting purchase requests for depleted items, prepare replacement stock solutions, maintaining method calibrations, monitoring reagent shelf life, and repairing or notifying others of malfunctioning equipment.
Participate in site safety and environmental programs.
Perform various clerical duties relating to laboratory responsibilities.
Perform laboratory activities as outlined in various ISO and work instruction documents including internal audit responsibilities.
Train in and maintain active certification in first-aid techniques. Administer first-aid as needed in site emergencies.
Communicate pertinent information to other shifts, staff, and plant personnel on a timely basis.
Prepare weekly reports on progress toward yearly goals.
Ability to interact and communicate with others effectively, written and oral.