Chemist - Tualatin, OR

Essential Functions:

Safety
Keeps the work area clean and orderly.
Follows all company safety procedures and policies.
Maintains a safe work environment for laboratory personnel.

Production
Operates all purification systems over different shifts and days of the week.
Operates the emission abatement system over different shifts and days of the week.
Follows and maintains work instructions, specifications, analytical methods, and procedures.
Performs calibration of specific analytical instrumentation.
Maintains laboratory equipment in good working order.
Samples and analyzes incoming bulk deliveries, storage tanks, sample cylinders, stock cylinders and product cylinders for quality control purposes.
Maintains quality control records.
Prepares analytical reports as required.
Generates COAs and statistical reports for customers.
Records and monitors statistical data.
Interfaces with all aspects of the manufacturing plant such as gas mixing, filling, shipping, receiving, painting, and cylinder prep to provide in-house support for both technical and general knowledge.
Performs all other tasks as assigned by local plant management.

Quality
Adheres to all quality assurance policies and standards.
Maintains calibration and instrument logs in accordance with the quality management system.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements:
B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry or related field.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs., work outside, climb ladders, use hand tools, and move gas cylinders.
Ability to operate a forklift. Training will be provided.

Annual Salary: $69,000 to $71,000 DOE.

Physical Demand
Stationary Position - Constantly
Move/Traverse- Constantly
Stationary Position/Seated - Rarely
Transport/Lifting- Constantly
Transport/Carrying- Constantly
Exerting Force/Pushing- Constantly
Exerting Force/Pulling- Constantly
Ascend/Descend- Constantly
Balancing- Constantly
Position Self/Stooping- Constantly
Position Self/Kneeling- Constantly
Position Self/Crouching- Constantly
Position Self/Crawling - Frequently
Reaching- Constantly
Handling- Constantly
Grasping- Constantly
Feeling- Constantly
Communicate/Talking- Occasionally
Communicate/Hearing- Frequently
Repetitive Motions- Constantly
Coordination- Constantly

Physical and Environmental Requirements
Comprehension: The person in this position must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures - Frequently
Organization: The person in this role must be able to gather and classify information - Occasionally
Reasoning and Decision Making: The person in this role must use logic to make decisions quickly and effectively. - Frequently
Communication: The person in this position must be able to express and exchange ideas and meaning with colleagues - Constantly
Resilience: The person in this position needs to adapt well in the face of workplace stressors such as customer service complaints and juggling competing priorities - Frequently

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability