QC Chemist I/II (74414)

We are seeking a QC Chemist I/II. This position will conduct quality control analysis on substances to support our Production, Pilot Plant, and R&D groups utilizing quantitative and qualitative analysis. The QC Chemist I/II will utilize appropriate analytical methodologies and instrumentation to perform all duties.

This is an hourly, 12-hour shift position. The QC Chemist I schedule is a day shift with a start time of 6:00am to 6:30pm. This position has the potential to transition into a night shift, from 6:00pm to 6:30am after a sufficient training period. All night shift hours pay a shift differential. The weekly rotation is:

        Week 1:        36 hours worked on Sunday, Wednesday, and Thu

        Week 2:        48 hours (includes 8 hours of overtime pay) worked on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday

Job Responsibilities

• QC Chemist I
  • Performs analytical tests with the guidance of an experienced or Lead Chemist
  • Focuses on final testing, but also performs in-process testing with guidance within 3 months of start
  • Follows work instructions and test methods for product testing under supervision
  • Consults batch records and developmental test methods for pilot plant testing
  • Prepares laboratory standards and reagents
  • Performs analyses safely and participates in safety improvements
  • Performs instrument validations and maintenance with supervision
• QC Chemist II
  • All duties of QC Chemist I in addition to below
  • Independently perform work instructions and test methods
  • Validates laboratory standards and reagents
  • Performs instrument validations and maintenance with minimal to no supervision
  • Peer review results when needed
  • Troubleshoot methods and participate in method development under guidance of Lead Chemist
  • Identifies safety and quality improvements

Qualifications

QC Chemist I: Bachelor's degree in Science with zero to three years of industrial experience

QC Chemist II: Bachelor's degree in Science with two to five years of industrial experience

Experience

• Basic wet chemistry experience
• Experience running experiments in safe manner with proper PPE
• Experience reviewing data
• Experience working in controlled environments and glove boxes preferred
• Quality control experience preferred

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee will be required to wear appropriate PPE at all times.

Job Location

• Mead, Colorado (with regular travel to the Longmont, Colorado facility)

Pay

• Pay: $28.25 to $37.50 hourly, plus participation in the Company Bonus Plan
• Eligible employees receive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other company benefits.
• Employees may be eligible for state-mandated leave benefits, including those provided under Colorado's paid sick leave and family and medical leave programs, in accordance with applicable law.

Application Deadline: This position will remain open for a minimum of two weeks from the date of posting and will continue accepting applications until the position is filled.

Boulder Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Boulder Scientific provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law.

Employment with Boulder Scientific is at-will. Nothing in this job description creates an employment contract or guarantees employment for any specific duration.

Salary : $28 - $38