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A specialty chemical manufacturing company in Bay City, Texas is looking for an Analytical Chemist / Lab Manager. Great pay with benefits.

EOE / AAP

Job Duties:

Responsibilities include conducting chemical analyses of raw materials, process streams, and products in a timely fashion to support operations. This includes instrument calibration, maintenance, and housekeeping issues. This position also provides technical support to R&D and Pilot Plant Operations as needed. The Analytical Chemist will also be assigned to non-routine analyses and activities to support overall operations, coordination, and development of the QC Lab capabilities, including but not limited to:

• Instrumental method development
• Instrument and glass wear calibration
• Preparation and standardization of reagents
• Documentation of analytical methods, data, and reports
• Quality control data entry and analysis
• Training
• Implementation of quality control, safety, health, and environmental procedures
• Tracking and storage of samples
• Overall appearance and housekeeping of the lab
• Fill in for Lab Director during their absence

Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge: o A bachelor's or master's degree in organic chemistry, with a minimum of 10 years' experience in an analytical laboratory.
• Equipment proficiency: o Candidates should have hands-on experience operating and maintaining instruments like

GC, GPC, IR

spectrometer, flash point tester, titrator, atomic absorption etc. and wet chemistry techniques. o The ability to perform routine maintenance on test equipment and resolve technical issues. o Familiarity with equipment calibration procedures and the ability to perform calibrations as necessary. o Knowledge of relevant industry standards and their applications in laboratory equipment usage.

Production Support:

o Ability to work with key stakeholders to prioritize and meet deadlines. o Generate and validate detailed analytical lab reports that customers rely on.

• Communication skills: o Effectively communicate and coordinate with various departments. o The ability to communicate with customers, providing technical support and explaining test results.
• Independent work: o Strong time management skills.

o The ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely and effective manner. o The ability to make independent decisions related to laboratory operations and the ability to assume responsibility for the outcomes. o The ability to lead and mentor laboratory personnel, including setting goals and expectations, providing feedback and coaching.

Pay:

From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person