Analytical Chemist

Business Title: Analytical Chemist I

Position Title: Analyst I

Division: Consumer Products Services

Entity: ATL

Location: Hodges, South Carolina

Reports to: GM or Director

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours Worked: Typically, 2-2-3 rotating 12 hour shifts from 1pm-1:30am

However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Analytical Chemist I is responsible for completing physical tests on raw materials at a client’s manufacturing facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Perform physical testing of raw materials using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample.

· Maintain and calibrate lab equipment as required

· Maintain lab cleanliness and restock reagents and consumables

· Support Quality and continuous improvement projects for facility

· Understand and adhere to standards for appropriate test methods and SOP’s.

· Prepare a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications.

· Perform any required quality and safety checks on samples submitted prior to testing.

· Performs testing in coordination with clients, coworkers, and supervision from management

· Escalates troubleshooting to client as soon as possible

· Accurately report and record test data in electronic notebook or handwritten notebooks as needed in a timely manner

· Report safety, instrument and technical issues to the appropriate contacts.

· Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications

· Maintain supplies, lab cleanliness and analytical instrumentation, as required.

· Prepare stock solutions, and keeping shelves and reagent stocked.

· Maintain up to date knowledge of current methods and products to be tested.

· Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.

· Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.

· Follow the guidelines set forth by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.

· Adhere to the requirements of the client’s Quality System.

· Perform testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.

· Identify and escalate issues to clients and management.

· Prepare written technical reports; learn and use client LIM system

· Perform basic data analysis as-assigned

· Assist with training if requested and qualified on the method or process

· Ability and flexibility to work a rotational schedule if needed to support a 24/7 facility operation

· Other duties as defined by client sponsor, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:

· Knowledge of GMP regulations, preferred

· Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients

· Organizational and time management skills

· Ability to overlay tasks as able

· Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines

· Individual and Team work ethic

· Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel

· Attention to detail

· Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement

· Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively

· Technical problem-solving and process-improvement skills

· Adheres to company values

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or closely-related field

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

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Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?
• This is a 6-8 month temp to hire position with Colgate-Palmolive in Hodges, SC. Pay is set at $21 an hour and hours are 2-2-3 rotating schedule from 1pm-1:30am. Please reply yest to confirm understanding!

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $20 - $21