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Analytical Laboratory Chemist Edible Oils Testing
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Ciuti International
Rancho Cucamonga, CA (In Person)
$110,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Analytical Laboratory Chemist - Edible Oils Testing Ciuti International Rancho Cucamonga, CA Job Details Full-time $96,000 - $125,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Interpersonal skills Databases Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Food safety Full Job Description Position Summary The Analytical Laboratory Chemist is responsible for conducting chemical and physical analyses of edible oils and fats to ensure compliance with quality, safety, regulatory, and customer specifications. The role involves routine laboratory testing, method development, data interpretation, instrument maintenance, and documentation in accordance with laboratory quality systems and good laboratory practices (GLP). Key Responsibilities
- Perform analytical testing of edible oils, fats, and related products using established laboratory methods.
- Analyze samples for parameters such as: o Free Fatty Acid (FFA) o Peroxide Value (PV) o Moisture and Volatile Matter o Insoluble Impurities o Fatty Acid Composition o Oxidative Stability o Color and Density o Sensory testing
- Operate and maintain laboratory instruments including: o Gas Chromatography (GC-FID) o High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) o UV-Visible Spectrophotometers o Karl Fischer Titrators o Automatic Titration Systems
- Prepare standards, reagents, and calibration solutions.
- Review analytical data and prepare accurate test reports.
- Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results and assist with root-cause analyses.
- Ensure compliance with quality systems, GLP, GMP, SQF, and food safety requirements.
- Maintain laboratory records, worksheets, and electronic databases.
- Participate in method validation, verification, and continuous improvement projects.
- Support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Follow all laboratory safety procedures and maintain a clean working environment.
- Keep an inventory of supplies, gases, and chemicals and reorder as needed Qualifications Education
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline. Experience
- 3-5 years of laboratory experience in food, edible oils, fats, or related industries preferred.
- Experience with chromatographic and wet chemistry techniques.
- Experience installing and validating new equipment
- Familiarity with AOCS, IOC, ISO, ASTM, or USP analytical methods is desirable. Technical Skills
- Knowledge of edible oil refining, processing, and quality parameters.
- Proficiency in laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques.
- Strong understanding of chemical calculations and statistical data analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and laboratory software. Soft Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. Working Conditions
- Laboratory-based environment with routine handling of chemicals and food products.
- Standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of sample containers up to 25 lbs.
- Adherence to PPE and laboratory safety requirements at all times. Preferred Certifications
ISO 17025
laboratory training.- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) certification.
- HACCP or food safety training.