Laboratory Analyst - VCM

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY This position provides analytical support to the Plaquemine Operating Units. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Demonstration of a strong safety mindset through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety policies. Comply with Laboratory Safety Policy and site HSP’s. Participation in the PACE safety culture. Writes permits and work orders in accordance with company environmental, health and safety and operational procedures. Reports injuries, incidents and hazards to supervision as soon as reasonably possible. Conducts tasks and operational duties with appropriate PPE as assigned. Reviews JHA for appropriate PPE needed for routine and non-routine duties. Actively participates in unit safety training and monthly safety modules. Membership on the Emergency Response Team. Analyze raw material, in-process materials, environmental samples and finished products related to sites operational units using Laboratory standard operating procedures and specifications. Review all results and then report them accordingly to the proper operating unit. Input of data into LIMS/SAP. Assist with preventive maintenance of instrumentation. Assist with troubleshooting of instrumentation. Assist with laboratory housekeeping and 5S to maintain clean working environment. Perform assigned duties needed to keep the lab functioning efficiently. Carry out other activities/tasks as needed/assigned by management. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or science/technical field strongly preferred, with a minimum of 12 hours in chemistry course work (applicable experience can be substituted for chemistry course work). Minimum of two years previous laboratory experience required (clinical/research acceptable). Basic laboratory skills such as quantitative and qualitative testing, ability to interpret results. Experience gas or liquid chromatography, ICP and/or discrete liquid analysis a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills Advanced computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite, LIMS, SAP and statistical software. Basic troubleshooting skills with the ability to escalate problems Experience with regulatory certifications/accreditations such as ISO 9001, cGMPS, FCC, and ASTM. This position also requires a high degree of organizational skills to be able to meet deadlines. This position requires the ability to work a 12-hour rotating day shift schedule with holidays and weekends. Occasional overtime, nights and callouts will be required as well. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and infrequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently make minor decisions requiring limited judgement, general decisions in the absence of specific directions, and perform activities requiring sustained concentration. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is sometimes moderate when working in an office, however, some of the work may be required in the operating units which mandates usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs. Travel may occasionally be required. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com