Chemist I

Quaker Houghton • Aurora, IL

1d

About The Position

Under close supervision, formulates and conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products. Analysis contributes to process improvements, performance, and overall customer product experience. Executes, formulates and conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products. Implement new or improved analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency and accuracy (repeatability & reproducibility). Carry out prescribed analytical tests and determinations, in order to answer questions and address problems of customers. Clearly and orderly record all observations and data. Report results in a clear and concise manner to enhance technical exchange Maintain equipment glassware and workspace in order to keep them clean and well-functioning. Properly dispose of all laboratory waste. Participate in ensuring good management of laboratory equipment and storage spaces for chemicals and raw materials. Comply with housekeeping rules. Provide analytical service and knowledge to internal and external customers based upon the chemists’ current level of expertise. Visit customers when required to assist the Commercial team. Ensure that all equipment and machines in your area of control are managed with regards to safety, maintenance, calibration, and availability. Perform project work in cooperation with a variety of internal and external contacts.

Requirements

• Formulates and conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products.
• Implement new or improved analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency and accuracy (repeatability & reproducibility).
• Carry out prescribed analytical tests and determinations, in order to answer questions and address problems of customers.
• Clearly and orderly record all observations and data.
• Report results in a clear and concise manner to enhance technical exchange.
• Maintain equipment glassware and workspace in order to keep them clean and well-functioning.
• Properly dispose of all laboratory waste.
• Participate in ensuring good management of laboratory equipment and storage spaces for chemicals and raw materials.
• Comply with housekeeping rules.
• Provide analytical service and knowledge to internal and external customers based upon the chemists’ current level of expertise.
• Visit customers when required to assist the Commercial team.
• Ensure that all equipment and machines in your area of control are managed with regards to safety, maintenance, calibration, and availability.
• Perform project work in cooperation with a variety of internal and external contacts.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and or new products.
• Implements new or improved analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency and accuracy (repeatability & reproducibility).
• Carries out prescribed analytical tests and determinations, in order to answer questions and address problems of customers.
• Clearly and orderly records all observations and data.
• Reports results in a clear and concise manner to enhance technical exchange.
• Maintains equipment, glassware and workspace in order to keep them clean and well-functioning.
• Properly disposes of all laboratory waste.
• Participates in ensuring good management of laboratory equipment and storage spaces for chemicals and raw materials.
• Complies with housekeeping rules.
• Provides analytical service and knowledge to internal and external customers based upon the chemists’ current level of expertise.
• Visits customers when required to assist the Commercial team.
• Ensures that all equipment and machines in your area of control are managed with regards to safety, maintenance, calibration, and availability.
• Performs project work in cooperation with a variety of internal and external contacts.

Benefits

• Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
• Paid time off for volunteerism
• Dress for your day; how you dress is determined by what your day may bring
• Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Parental Leave, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and Savings Plan
• Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed