Chemist, HY

Hydranautics•Oceanside, CA

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Hydranautics, a part of the Nitto Group, is a global leader in integrated membrane solutions, offering a range of membrane technologies for water, wastewater, and process treatment. Their solutions are utilized worldwide for applications such as seawater desalination, industrial high-purity water, surface water treatment, wastewater treatment, and specialty process applications. The Chemist position involves analyzing water samples for pre and post-sales product support, conducting investigations and analyses to identify substances in water samples using standard laboratory equipment, and reporting results to customers. The role also includes managing lab supplies and equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology
2 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, basic theory of operation, and analytical testing lab experience
Understanding of sampling and preservation guidelines and troubleshooting problems with instrumentation
Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating, safety rules, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine to moderately complex reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before customers or employees of the organization
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills such as Outlook, Word, Excel
Ability to work independently and in a small or large group/team while fostering a cooperative spirit
Ability to function in a fast-paced dynamic environment with quick response times and accuracy
Must be able to see/focus for close eye work on small figures and discriminate colors and perceive depths
Must be able to speak/hear to fulfill verbal communications and respond to machine alarms/buzzers
Frequent exposure to gas/fumes/mists and chemicals or hazardous materials while using personal protective equipment when required

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of water industry experience

Responsibilities

Prepares water samples from customers using standard laboratory practices.
Analyzes samples using laboratory equipment to determine physical, chemical, and bacteriologic components.
Records findings for reference and reporting purposes.
Writes and issues result reports to Quality Assurance and Product Development Departments.
Utilizes standard laboratory practices to prevent cross-contamination and inaccurate results.
Keeps and sustains equipment clean and in good working order, including the work station.
Interfaces with Quality Assurance and Product Development departments to determine best practices for requested analysis.
Other duties as assigned.