Quality Control Analyst

Johnson Matthey • Smithfield, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Quality Control Analyst, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.
As a Quality Control Analyst, you will help drive our goals by:
• Performing analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products to support quality standards.
• Preparing chemical reagents and standards and ensuring accurate sample preparation.
• Reviewing analytical results, identifying out-of-control conditions and escalating issues where required.
• Maintaining, calibrating and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation.
• Supporting the introduction of new analytical methods and continuous improvement activities.
• Training colleagues on laboratory procedures while maintaining accurate quality documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Knowledge of chemical analysis, quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills within a laboratory environment.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and communicate technical information clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ICP and/or XRF analytical techniques is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Performing analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products to support quality standards.
• Preparing chemical reagents and standards and ensuring accurate sample preparation.
• Reviewing analytical results, identifying out-of-control conditions and escalating issues where required.
• Maintaining, calibrating and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation.
• Supporting the introduction of new analytical methods and continuous improvement activities.
• Training colleagues on laboratory procedures while maintaining accurate quality documentation.

Benefits

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

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