Chemist

Univar Solutions • Summit, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemist tests products and raw materials for chemical content, provides technical/chemical information to Company customers, suppliers, and staff, and monitors the repackaging of chemical products for resale. This role also involves providing quality control for bulk and chemical products and preparing solutions and reagents as needed. Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of daily lives. The company supports sustainable solutions and is committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion, offering development and growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Must be able to work under Company policies where experience and independent judgment are needed.
• Must have extensive knowledge of chemical products, repackaging process, familiar with State and Federal labeling requirements, and ability to prepare special chemical products.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility.
• Should have own initiative and understanding.
• Must be able to operate and work with laboratory equipment.
• Must be able to work with and secure the cooperation of others.
• College degree in Chemistry or equivalent chemical laboratory experience.
• One to three years experience in the preparation of chemical products.

Responsibilities

• Tests products and raw materials for chemical content and provides technical/chemical information to Company customers, suppliers and staff.
• Monitors the repackaging of chemical products for resale.
• Provides quality control for bulk and chemical products.
• Prepares solutions and reagents as needed.
• Prepares chemical solutions and special reagents to specifications for resale.
• Plans, schedules and supervises the activities involved in the repackaging of chemicals into smaller containers and ensures their quality.
• Checks samples and ensures quality control for all bulk chemical shipments to be stored in Company’s bulk storage facilities.
• Requisitions and maintains a supply of containers for repackaging, Company labels on prepared products, and maintains control on chemical inventory used in repackaging process.
• Provides technical knowledge to the Commercial team and customers regarding special chemical products and related matters as needed.
• Conducts experimental work with new chemicals and potential products; makes recommendations to management for adoption.
• Keeps informed of new equipment and developments in the repackaging of chemicals.
• Keeps employees informed of and directs Company’s safety program within assigned area; provides for the maintenance and protection of Company equipment.
• Adheres to company quality processes, as applicable.
• Assists to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner, as applicable.
• Prepares and submits reports as directed.

Benefits

• Market aligned pay and incentives
• Diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees