Analytical Chemist I — Growth, PTO & Comprehensive Benefits

Quaker Houghton; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Volunteer Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Parental Leave

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Savings Plan

Job summary

Quaker Houghton seeks a laboratory analyst to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis for current or new products in a laboratory setting. You will implement new test methods to improve capabilities, accuracy, and efficiency, and report results clearly to drive technical discussions.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, performing tests, and providing analytical service to internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting.
• Develop and implement analytical test methods to improve capabilities and accuracy.
• Record observations clearly and report results to support technical exchanges.

Responsibilities

• Execute and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting.
• Implement new analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency and accuracy.
• Carry out prescribed analytical tests to answer questions and address customer problems.
• Maintain equipment, glassware and workspace; dispose of laboratory waste properly.
• Provide analytical service to internal and external customers based on chemists' expertise; visit customers when required to assist the Commercial team.
• Ensure equipment and machines are managed with regards to safety, maintenance, calibration and availability.
• Perform project work in cooperation with internal and external contacts.

Job description

Quaker Houghton seeks a laboratory analyst to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis for current or new products in a laboratory setting. You will implement new test methods to improve capabilities, accuracy, and efficiency, and report results clearly to drive technical discussions.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, performing tests, and providing analytical service to internal and external customers.