Senior Analytical Chemist

PLZ Corp • Wildwood, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Analytical Chemist is responsible for leading the testing raw materials and in-process batches in accordance with established laboratory procedures. This role utilizes analytical instrumentation—including GC, IR, and HPLC—on a daily basis and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support quality and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.
• Five to Seven (5-7) years of experience in a similar analytical or laboratory role.
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and analytical method development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with pesticide analysis and extraction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test incoming raw materials according to established protocols, clearly communicating pass/fail results and identifying out-of-specification parameters when applicable.
• Test all in-process batches per established procedures and notify appropriate stakeholders of results.
• Provide recommendations for re-work or re-blend of in-process batches that do not meet specifications.
• Continuously improving testing methodologies, documentation, and reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and provide guidance on proper use within the Quality Assurance laboratory.
• Perform scheduled instrument calibrations to ensure accurate, precise, and repeatable results.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations teams to identify and resolve daily technical and quality-related issues.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute required laboratory reports.
• Follow, write, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs related to analytical instrumentation and testing.
• Interface with customer technical teams to communicate laboratory capabilities and analytical results.
• Support method development or adaptation for new raw materials based on supplier or manufacturer input.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus incentive programs

What This Job Offers

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