Analytical Chemist II

Overview:

Business Title: Analytical Chemist II

Position Title: Analyst II

Division: Consumer Products Services

Entity: ATL

Location: Mason, Ohio

Reports to: General Manager / Director

FLSA: Non-exempt

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week.

However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Compensation Range: $21-$26 an hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).

Position Summary:

The Analyst II responsibilities include general lab duties and maintenance as well as reading and interpreting standards and regulations, setting up tests, monitoring progress and recording data.  This position is responsible for performing testing, producing and reporting accurate data. This is an upstream R&D role, assisting client researchers in screening surfactants that could be used further down the line in the development of a detergent. These surfactants are screened both against each other as well as against well characterized surfactants such as SDS, using surfactant chemistry techniques.  Any previous work in surfactants or micelle-forming organic molecules would provide excellent background knowledge. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Utilize synthesized or existing surfactants or chemicals in downstream characterization with tools including: tensiometry, silica gel chromatography, thin layer chromatography, nuclear magnetic resonance, and mass spectrometry
• Prepare samples in correct solvents and concentrations, for usage on above instrumentation, using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications.
• Understand and adhere to standards for appropriate test methods and SOP’s.
• Perform quality and safety checks on samples submitted prior to testing.
• Conduct testing on a variety of samples using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample.
• Perform testing in coordination with clients, coworkers, and supervision from management
• Troubleshoot with N+1 for any client issues or questions with the aim of enhancing client satisfaction and improving client relations.
• Accurately report and record test data in electronic notebook or handwritten notebooks as needed in a timely manner
• Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications
• 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 keep 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 in by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System.
• Perform testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
• Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to clients and management.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Perform basic data analysis as-assigned
• Assist with training, if requested
• Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:

• Hands-on experience in a materials lab; the ability to handle small sample sizes
• 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 perform multiple tasks
• 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
• Adheres to company values
• Champions company values including team engagement
• Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively
• Technical problem solving and process improvement skills
• Solid working knowledge of UL, ASTM, ANSI, GLP, GMP and other regulations and standards relating to consumer products
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools a plus

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in organic chemistry or closely related field
• Minimum of 1 year(s) of experience with surfactant chemistry techniques including use of a tensiometer (for critical micelle concentration – CMC), silica gel chromatography, thin layer chromatography (TLC), Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), and mass spectrometry (MS).

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.