Business Title:

Analytical Chemist I Position Title:

Analyst I Division:

Consumer Products Services Entity:

ATL Location:

Hodges, South Carolina Reports to:

GM or Director FLSA:

Non-Exempt Hours Worked:

Typically, 2-2-3 rotating 12 hour shifts from 1pm-1:30am However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Analytical Chemist I is responsible for completing physical tests on raw materials at a client's manufacturing facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform physical testing of raw materials using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment as required
• Maintain lab cleanliness and restock reagents and consumables
• Support Quality and continuous improvement projects for facility
• Understand and adhere to standards for appropriate test methods and SOP's.
• Prepare a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications.
• Perform any required quality and safety checks on samples submitted prior to testing.
• Performs testing in coordination with clients, coworkers, and supervision from management
• Escalates troubleshooting to client as soon as possible
• Accurately report and record test data in electronic notebook or handwritten notebooks as needed in a timely manner
• Report safety, instrument and technical issues to the appropriate contacts.
• Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications
• Maintain supplies, lab cleanliness and analytical instrumentation, as required.
• Prepare stock solutions, and keeping shelves and reagent stocked.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of current methods and products to be tested.
• Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Follow the guidelines set forth by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Adhere to the requirements of the client's Quality System.
• Perform testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
• Identify and escalate issues to clients and management.
• Prepare written technical reports; learn and use client LIM system
• Perform basic data analysis as-assigned
• Assist with training if requested and qualified on the method or process
• Ability and flexibility to work a rotational schedule if needed to support a 24/7 facility operation
• Other duties as defined by client sponsor, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:

• Knowledge of GMP regulations, preferred
• Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to overlay tasks as able
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
• Individual and Team work ethic
• Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
• Attention to detail
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
• Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively
• Technical problem-solving and process-improvement skills
• Adheres to company values

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or closely-related field An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above. #

BVCPS Pay:

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship? This is a 6-8 month temp to hire position with Colgate-Palmolive in Hodges, SC. Pay is set at $21 an hour and hours are 2-2-3 rotating schedule from 1pm-1:30am. Please reply yest to confirm understanding!

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

In person