Analytical Chemist

BARENTZ NORTH AMERICA LLC•North Kingstown, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for overall quality control of toll manufactured materials, testing, data management, sample oversight and guidance in a laboratory/office setting.

Requirements

University or College degree, preferably in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Etc., or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Minimum 1 year of previous experience in a laboratory setting.
Demonstrated organizational, complex problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Must be self-motivated, high energy, and engaging level of enthusiasm and positive outlook.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, and ability to adapt communication style to the audience as needed.
Software knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point.
Act legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz’ culture, values and fundamentals.
Fluent in English.

Nice To Haves

A second language would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Ensuring quality control measures are in place, understood and followed at all times.
Approving, generating and maintaining Certificates of Analysis and USMCA Certificates.
Acquiring, validating, and maintaining data for the lab.
Providing sample department oversight and guidance as necessary.
Performing biological testing (counts for wet and dry biological products).
Setting up and troubleshooting laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control.
Ensuring safety procedures and housekeeping are maintained to protect yourself, co-workers, and the environment.
Performing, interpreting, and recording quality control data. Recording corrective actions where appropriate.
Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on instrumentation as needed.
Updating QC documentation, recording analysis and calibration results.
General lab duties including clean-up, maintenance of equipment, track and order chemicals and disposables used in the lab.
Data processing and documentation using common software tools such as Excel, PowerPoint as well as Datacor/Chempax and eChempax.
Supporting and leading by example Barentz’ culture, values and fundamentals.
Participating in ongoing personal development opportunities including, but not limited to, formal as well as informal training.
Performing other duties as requested.