Chemist

ELLWOOD • New Castle, PA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Utilizing independent judgement, the Chemist performs testing involved in the daily operations of the Chemistry Lab.

Requirements

• 4-year Technical Degree Required or a commensurate level of experience.
• Previous experience working in a chemistry lab environment with emphasis on laboratory quality assurance.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Required to have an active and valid driver’s license, or the ability to travel and commute as required, and comply with the Motor Vehicle Safety Program
• Willingness to travel, when necessary
• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Experience prepping and analyzing solid metal samples is a plus.
• X-ray analysis experience would be a plus.
• EQS in-house training: Theoretical Steelmaking Course (unless technical degree supersedes) and OES Training Class.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the accuracy and reliability of laboratory analytical equipment
• Performs chemical analysis of final steel samples, VAR/ESR samples, VIM chemistry samples, and product checks
• Performs maintenance and standardization of analytical equipment
• Completes daily reporting tasks: production, hydrogen, chemistry
• Prepares samples for testing
• Maintains sample preparation equipment
• When necessary, reviews and updates procedures
• Identifies and marks jominy samples in met lab personnel absence
• Act impartially, display competency, and work in accordance to Quality System requirements.
• Participates in ongoing analytical testing competency requirements and proficiency testing
• Performs duties in the Metallurgy Lab, when required
• Travel (local, national, international) as required to customers, conferences and other facilities.
• Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules
• Must have ability and desire to work well with others
• Meets attendance requirements
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Profit Sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with an excellent Employer Match
• Excellent health care, dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level