Analytical Chemist I — Polymer & Materials Analysis

First Solar, Inc.; Perrysburg Township (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. in Perrysburg Township, Ohio is seeking a laboratory analyst to conduct routine analyses in recycling, wastewater, and materials production contexts under laboratory management.

The role emphasizes sample prep, instrument operation (ICP OES and MS), data reporting, safety, and quality. Required education includes an associate degree in chemistry with advanced coursework; experience of 3+ years in analytical labs is preferred, with polymer and wet chemistry exposure valued.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry or closely related field required.
• BA or BS in chemistry or closely related field preferred.
• Coursework in analytical chemistry, polymers, and inorganic or solid-state chemistry preferred.
• At least 3 years experience in an analytical laboratory environment or academic equivalent experience required.
• Experience in an environment involving polymer analysis, thermal analysis, and wet chemistry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analysis, under supervision, of materials using defined methods.
• Operate and maintain ICP OES and /or MS instrumentation or equivalent instrumentation.
• Keep complete and accurate records of laboratory activities.
• Responsible for data management including accurate transcription to spreadsheets and other software.
• Protect the integrity of test samples by maintaining a clean and orderly laboratory environment.
• Work safely at all times, promptly reporting any safety issues to laboratory management.
• Provide support to laboratory management in the development of new analytical methods.
• Conduct projects to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers.
• Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste.
• Ensure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Skills

Chemical analysis

Sample preparation

Metrology equipment

Wet & solid sample prep

Hazardous materials handling

MS Office/JMP

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate degree in chemistry

BA/BS in chemistry

Analytical chemistry coursework

3+ years analytical lab experience

Polymer/thermal/wet chemistry exposure

Tools

ICP OES

MS instrumentation

Metrology equipment

Job description

First Solar, Inc. in Perrysburg Township, Ohio is seeking a laboratory analyst to conduct routine analyses in recycling, wastewater, and materials production contexts under laboratory management.

The role emphasizes sample prep, instrument operation (ICP OES and MS), data reporting, safety, and quality. Required education includes an associate degree in chemistry with advanced coursework; experience of 3+ years in analytical labs is preferred, with polymer and wet chemistry exposure valued.