Laboratory Analyst

DuPont•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

DuPont is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to work at the Yerkes Plant, located in Buffalo, New York. The Yerkes Buffalo plant is the North American manufacturing home of Corian® solid surface products and the founding manufacturing location for Tedlar® polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) films. As a Laboratory Analyst, you will be responsible for sampling and analyzing essential materials for physical and chemical properties, ensuring conformance to required specifications. This position operates on a rotating shift schedule, including holidays and weekends, and may require scheduled overtime, sometimes on short notice.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Chemical Process Technology OR successful completion of college level courses in each of the following (must provide a copy of transcript with application): General Chemistry (6 hrs.) + labs; College Mathematics (3 hrs.); Three or more of the following courses with the corresponding labs: Analytic Chemistry, Biology, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physics, Engineering courses, Instrumentation, or Applied Science.
Willing and able to wear appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment).
Must be able to perform all duties with or without accommodation.
Must be legally able to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship/support or relocation assistance is available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology or related field
Data interpretation and statistical experience

Responsibilities

Sample and test materials for chemical and physical properties, including the production of experimental products with specific characteristics, such as color, gloss, opacity, flammability, or light absorption.
Calibrate laboratory equipment such as thermometers, hydrometers, chromatographs viscometers, differential calorimeters, introns, extruders, etc.
Test new methods, equipment, or procedures and make recommendations based on observations, analyses, and evaluation of test data.
Perform air/fume test for both safety and environmental control.
Upon completion of required training, conduct routine material manipulations including saw cutting, sanding, and milling operations.