Production Chemist

JOHN I HAAS, INC. • Yakima, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Chemist performs analysis of products at the Advanced Products Laboratory and assists the Production Supervisor in providing necessary production information.

Requirements

• Must comply with all John I. Haas, Inc. policies and procedures, including successful passing of pre-employment background check and drug test.
• Must be able to work in and around an analytical laboratory setting containing chemicals, solvents and hop products.
• Position requires long periods of standing and ability to lift 40-lb cans daily.
• Visual and auditory acuity is required throughout all functions of this position.
• Employee will be expected to work a 40-hour workweek. At the request of management, the employee may be scheduled for more hours or to work weekends. Overtime will be paid for hours worked over 40 per week.
• Must comply with our Integrated Management System (IMS) and be trained on procedures applicable to the requirements of the position, including managing significant quality, environmental, and food safety aspects.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry, food sciences, and technology or other science related field.
• Knowledge, experience and training in: hop or food industry, Quality Control / Quality Assurance, analytical instrumentation and analytical laboratory (“wet-chemistry”) techniques.
• Must be able to communicate and work well with co-workers and management.
• Must have good computer skills.
• Knowledge of safety and food safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Kaizen/5S
• Experience properly disposing of hazardous waste/chemicals

Responsibilities

• Assure that accurate and timely analytical results are provided to meet the needs of production and/or management. Keep appropriate records of results.
• Be familiar with analytical procedures and techniques. Perform upkeep and maintenance on instruments and equipment. Maintain lab in an orderly and professional manner.
• Prepare and analyze hops and hop products, calculate results as necessary and communicate results or problems with appropriate personnel.
• Review and assist in the purchase of chemicals and supplies necessary for the efficient operation of the laboratory and ensure that the lab manager receives them in a timely manner.
• Supervise the handling and recycling of hazardous chemical waste.
• Complies with John I. Haas, Inc. Environmental Management system (EMS), and in particular Universal Waste, Hazardous Waste, and Emergency Response requirements.
• Understands the importance of roles and responsibilities and potential consequence for departure from procedure.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Includes company matching.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support services.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Life, long-term care, long-term disability, and AD&D insurance.
• Holidays: 14.5 paid holidays annually, including 3 floating holidays to be scheduled with supervisor approval.
• Vacation: Start with a 2-week annual accrual rate.
• Sick Leave: 80 hours provided at the start of the calendar year (prorated for new hires), with up to 120 hours carried over and a maximum balance of 200 hours.
• Education Reimbursement: Support for accredited courses and educational expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees