Essential Functions / General Accountabilities

• Perform daily analysis of incoming raw materials and blends.
• Analysis techniques include Specific Gravity, Refractive Index, Moisture Analysis, UV-Vis, and Gas Chromatography.
• Assist in root cause investigation of non-conformances.
• Aid in the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain all lab equipment, including daily calibrations.
• Modify, improve, and validate analytical procedures to meet QC’s needs.
• Enter analytical results into the Laboratory Information Management system.
• Assist with production activities as they relate to quality.
• Initiate new policies and procedures to meet the demands of increased production and faster turnaround times.

Job Qualifications

• Education: BS science degree (Chemistry or Food Science preferred); MS degree preferred.
• Experience: 3 - 5 years of experience in a chemical lab setting, background in QA/QC.

Skills

• Fluent in English, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of quality procedures and SOPs
• Good time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Handles deadlines flexibly and positively.
• Must exercise good judgement and professionalism.

Location

Work Environment

• Laboratory/Warehouse

Physical Requirements

• Sitting and/or alternating sitting and standing at will.
• Keyboarding. Entering text or data into a computer using a traditional keyboard.
• Speaking. Expressing or exchanging ideas using the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing Requirements. The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds.
• Near Visual Acuity. Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., use of computers.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.