Analytical Chemist I

Bureau Veritas • Hodges, SC

21h • $20 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

• 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
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or closely-related field
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of GMP regulations, preferred

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees