Quality Control Chemical Analyst

MAPEI • West Chicago, IL

8d • $29 - $37

About The Position

Join MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in manufacturing construction chemicals and building materials — including adhesives, sealants, and specialty products used in flooring, tile, and concrete restoration. We are hiring for a QC Chemical Analyst! As a QC Chemical Analyst, you’ll conduct lab testing, set up experiments, calibrate instruments, and analyze materials to ensure quality standards are met. You'll work closely with Quality and R&D teams across the U.S. to support continuous improvement and product excellence.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent, some college or technical school training, preferred.
• Min of 1 to 3+ years of experience working in an analytical lab.
• Experience performing Gas and Liquid (GC) Chromatography testing, ideally on chemical/polymerization type of industry.
• Demonstrate proficient oral and written communication skills.
• You should be proficient and comfortable with computers.
• Have the ability to lift up to 55 lbs. independently; and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• You must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be available for overtime as needed and able to accommodate the designated shift hours as assigned in the offer: 1st shift (days), 2nd shift or a 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Participate in quality activities including lab batch prep/testing, root cause analysis, non-conformity investigations, and certificate preparation in line with local, international, and corporate standards.
• Work with Operations to investigate non-conformities, run tests, and support RCA with lab batch analysis.
• Test raw materials, semi-finished, and finished goods; compare results to R&D-defined QC specs and assist with alternate raw material testing as needed.
• Perform Gas and Liquid Chromatography (GC) testing.
• Report any deviations or potential quality/safety issues immediately to QC Manager or R&D.
• Maintain lab equipment, coordinate with suppliers, and follow R&D maintenance specs.
• Calibrate and verify lab equipment; validate results from external calibration labs if applicable.
• Record and analyze test data using statistical quality control methods; monitor trends in QC systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality issues during testing.
• Support QC team and assist with quality-related tasks as directed by QC Manager or shift lead.
• Help prepare QC reports as required by the Quality Management System.
• Train and support QC Tech I and II team members as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures, work rules, and company policies.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay & premium shift differentials.
• Biannual "Rewards for Results" bonuses, awarded on discretion based on plant performance.
• Our employees have the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly employee contributions.
• 17 Days of paid, sick and vacation time annually (days are prorated in year one).
• 401K retirement with up to 6% matching program.
• Excellent dental, vision programs, flex spending accounts, employer paid life insurance and free tele-med physician services.
• Various other company employee-centric perks initiatives; tuition reimbursement programs, discounted home/auto insurance programs, supplemental life insurance, and more.
• tuition reimbursement programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED