STAFF CHEMIST

Under the general direction of the Chief Chemist, this position will conduct laboratory analysis, instrument maintenance, instrument calibration and QA/QC compliance on the feedstock and products associated with a complex nitrogen fertilizer facility. The incumbent will review analytical data and provide technical support to the production laboratory. This is a full-time day shift position.

• Bachelor of Science Degree required in either Chemistry (preferred) or related science field

• 5+ years' experience in a chemical plant or refining laboratory preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using laboratory database systems and/or instrument operating software preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in a laboratory environment and compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety policies
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory testing equipment including Gas Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, X-Ray spectrometers and various other laboratory testing equipment
• Proficiency with Word and Excel is required
• Must have the ability to analyze data and provide status reports
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills; both written and oral
• Ability to adjust work schedule to meet the needs of the business and address unexpected issues
• Fluent in English, both oral and written required

• Exposure to work near potentially volatile and combustible materials and chemicals.

• Perform chemical analysis and quality control testing in the Lab using accepted, published procedures along with in-house methods
• Perform calibrations and standardizations to maintain quality in test results
• Maintain the QA/QC program, complete quality investigations as needed, as well as any reports and recordkeeping needed to validate sample results

• Maintain product specifications and purchase material specifications
• Perform special studies to support Operations and Process Engineers troubleshooting production problems
• Develop ability to maintain lab electronic reporting system and lab equipment repairs
• Provide support to ensure compliant operations required
• May perform non-routine physical and chemical testing of products and processing materials
• Interact with Supervisors, Engineers or Operators to help troubleshoot process problems
• Adhere to safe work practices

• To provide data for plant processes
• To improve accuracy and to maintain quality
• Ensure specifications are being met on all products and effective completion of duties
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures