Chemist , WA Plant, Days

Piping Rock•Vancouver, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Chemist assists with and performs specialized and routine laboratory examinations and procedures. The role conducts routine sample testing, supports analytical instrument operations, processes and reviews data, and enters results into LIMS. The Chemist follows applicable procedures and standards to ensure laboratory work meets food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The position also supports laboratory maintenance, inventory, organization, training, and assigned projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Associate degree in a scientific or related field.
At least three years of laboratory experience.
At least one year of experience operating analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, LC-MS, ICP-MS, or similar systems.
Knowledge of laboratory terminology, equipment, materials, and techniques and procedures commonly used in food and related product analysis.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to maintain punctuality and predictable attendance.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in team-based and independent settings.
Ability to work in a standard laboratory setting and use standard office and laboratory equipment.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ability to stand and/or walk for more than four hours per day and up to ten hours per shift.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds.
Ability to work onsite and be comfortable in a light industrial environment, including some exposure to non-toxic dust.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
At least one year of laboratory experience (preferred qualification as stated in the posting).
Experience working in a Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) environment.

Responsibilities

Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), company and safety policies, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Ensure tasks comply with food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
Perform routine sample testing using HPLC, GC, LCMS, or ICPMS in a timely and accurate manner.
Work with the lab supervisor to prioritize samples before preparing solutions, extracting samples, setting up instruments, processing data, and entering results into LIMS.
Perform routine instrument maintenance and troubleshoot issues.
Conduct secondary reviews of data.
Prepare reports and summarize data using Excel, instrument software, and LMS.
Apply Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in laboratory activities.
Handle and dispose of laboratory hazardous waste properly.
Monitor gas cylinders.
Share responsibility for laboratory inventory and restocking general supplies, columns, calibration standards, routine maintenance parts and accessories, and sample preparation materials.
Log chemicals and standards into Chemical Tracker.
Identify opportunities to reduce routine laboratory costs through greater efficiency, higher throughput, or lower supply costs.
Execute projects as assigned to meet changing laboratory needs and requirements.
Train other laboratory employees on sample preparation, data processing, instrument maintenance, and data review.
Share responsibility for general laboratory organization and cleanliness.
Communicate relevant work details to the Lab Supervisor and coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.