Laboratory Analyst - VCM

Westlake•Plaquemine, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides analytical support to the Plaquemine Operating Units. The role involves analyzing raw material, in-process materials, environmental samples, and finished products using standard laboratory procedures and specifications. The analyst will review results, report them to the appropriate operating unit, and input data into LIMS/SAP. Responsibilities also include assisting with instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, maintaining laboratory housekeeping, and performing other assigned duties to ensure efficient lab functioning.

Requirements

Minimum of 12 hours in chemistry course work (applicable experience can be substituted for chemistry course work).
Minimum of two years previous laboratory experience required (clinical/research acceptable).
Basic laboratory skills such as quantitative and qualitative testing, ability to interpret results.
Advanced computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite, LIMS, SAP and statistical software.
Basic troubleshooting skills with the ability to escalate problems.
High degree of organizational skills to be able to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or science/technical field strongly preferred.
Experience gas or liquid chromatography, ICP and/or discrete liquid analysis a plus.
Experience with regulatory certifications/accreditations such as ISO 9001, cGMPS, FCC, and ASTM.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a strong safety mindset through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety policies.
Comply with Laboratory Safety Policy and site HSP’s.
Participate in the PACE safety culture.
Write permits and work orders in accordance with company environmental, health and safety and operational procedures.
Report injuries, incidents and hazards to supervision as soon as reasonably possible.
Conduct tasks and operational duties with appropriate PPE as assigned.
Review JHA for appropriate PPE needed for routine and non-routine duties.
Actively participate in unit safety training and monthly safety modules.
Membership on the Emergency Response Team.
Analyze raw material, in-process materials, environmental samples and finished products related to sites operational units using Laboratory standard operating procedures and specifications.
Review all results and then report them accordingly to the proper operating unit.
Input of data into LIMS/SAP.
Assist with preventive maintenance of instrumentation.
Assist with troubleshooting of instrumentation.
Assist with laboratory housekeeping and 5S to maintain clean working environment.
Perform assigned duties needed to keep the lab functioning efficiently.
Carry out other activities/tasks as needed/assigned by management.