Chemist III

Carpenter Technology Corporation•Reading, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate and maintain equipment and participate in the completion of group activities. Group activities include responding to moderately complex requests for chemical analysis whether from the Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D or from our customers. Develop and implement plans which outline action to support the achievement of defined department goals. Participates in and may manage projects and services with Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D and other functions. Identify, recommend and participate in the implementation of innovative improvements to existing processes used to manufacture specialty steels. Coordinate project results at various stages and recommend and implement approved changes in direction. Communicate project results through detailed technical reports and memoranda. Maintain complete and accurate records, data books and other required documentation. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned. Requires in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own function. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve processes, products or services. Solves moderately complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions. Works independently with minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; guides the work of other staff members. Ensures a safe workplace. Promotes ways to improve the quality of life and protect the environment in the communities in which the Company does business.

Requirements

Four-year college degree in Chemistry or related science field
4-7 years of analytical, environmental or process chemistry experience
Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve processes, products or services in own function
Has expertise in own function
Effectively manages small projects or sub-teams, including coordination of resources outside of own area
Forecasts and plans resource requirements for small projects or sub-teams
Monitors and controls costs within own work and may manage costs for small projects or areas
Advanced knowledge of chemical analysis, standards, methods and practices
Advanced knowledge of laboratory instruments and equipment
Advanced knowledge of various software applications including spreadsheet, word processing, graphics and analytical programs
Well-developed analytical and instrumental knowledge
Solves moderately complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions
Interprets customer needs, assesses requirements and identifies solutions to non-standard requests
Works independently to address a range of standard and non-standard situations
Ability to operate a computer workstation and the related hardware and software
Ability to operate analytical instruments and equipment
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work in a production-oriented environment
Good verbal and written communication skills
Laboratory skills
Problem solving skills
Project management skills
Ability to participate in and complete moderately complex projects

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain equipment
Participate in the completion of group activities
Respond to moderately complex requests for chemical analysis
Develop and implement plans to support department goals
Participate in and manage projects and services
Identify, recommend and implement improvements to existing processes
Coordinate project results
Recommend and implement approved changes in direction
Communicate project results through detailed technical reports and memoranda
Maintain complete and accurate records, data books and other required documentation
Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned
Ensure a safe workplace
Promote ways to improve the quality of life and protect the environment