Analyst, Chemical

corbion•Blair, NE

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Corbion is seeking a Chemical Analyst for its Blair, Nebraska facility. This role is responsible for the testing and approval of products (in-process and final), packaging supplies, and raw materials. The ideal candidate is safety-focused and capable of working independently. Responsibilities include maintaining test methods, calibrating laboratory instruments, and validating test methods. Duties may vary slightly at different production sites based on laboratory instrumentation. The position requires the ability to work independently.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a Chemistry or Biochemistry discipline. Other STEM degrees could be considered.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a chemical analyst in a food or pharmaceutical facility with similar applications is preferred.
Wet chemistry knowledge is required.
2 years of experience conducting analysis in a lab environment including wet chemistry knowledge.
Experience with various software systems for managing and entering data (i.e. Excel, sample manager, SAP, Master Control, etc.).
Emphasis on multi-tasking and prioritizing.

Nice To Haves

High Pressure Liquid Chromatography and Inductively Coupled Plasma experience is highly preferred.
Equipment (pH meter, colorimeter, automated titrator, refractometer, densitometer, autoclave, YSI, spectrophotometer, and Karl Fisher moisture) a plus.

Responsibilities

Review documentation and update procedures relating to operations, supply chain, & quality control/assurance, including receiving, testing, & shipping in order to ensure product quality, traceability, and customer satisfaction.
Analyze raw materials, in-process, final product, customer samples to ensure product quality standards are met.
Advise and support operations and supply chain to ensure right the first time and improve the customer quality index.
Support engineering and technology team regarding new product developments and process improvements while maintaining product integrity.
Complete OSHA required safety training to ensure safety knowledge is current and safety section of test methods is accurate.
Calibrate, monitor (with documentation), and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure communication of accurate testing results to internal and external customers.
Ensure availability of necessary supplies and chemicals.
Provide initial and update training to operations personnel to ensure the accuracy of in-process testing completed by technicians.
Write, validate, and update test methods to ensure test methods are accurate and up to date.
Maintain a clean work environment to prevent sample contamination and facilitate a safe and efficient environment.
Complete data entry in various software systems. Analyze and report data to quality management.
Execute QESH standards to ensure personal and product safety and quality.
Perform within the guidelines of all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), Security measures, Housekeeping, Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP), all quality, regulatory, environmental, safety and health guidelines and regulations. These standards are used in all daily activities to ensure product safety and quality are compliant.