Analytical Chemist II — Polymer & Materials Analysis

First Solar Inc.; Gaffney (SC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is seeking a laboratory analyst to perform routine and specialized analyses supporting raw material production, procurement, and refinement. The role includes sampling, instrument operation, data management, and maintaining quality records in a safety-focused lab environment.

Responsibilities include method development, developing accurate data reports, and ensuring complete documentation while complying with safety rules and waste handling procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry required.
• BA or BS in chemistry, materials science or closely related field preferred.
• Coursework in analytical chemistry, polymers, and inorganic or solid-state chemistry preferred.
• At least 7 years’ experience in an analytical laboratory environment or academic equivalent required.
• Experience in polymer analysis, thermal analysis, and wet chemistry preferred.
• Proven competency in chemical analysis; polymer characterization and WDXRF preferred.
• Able to prepare samples, standards, and conduct analyses.
• Skilled in wet and solid sample preparation methodology.
• Capable of conducting analytical testing and maintaining instruments with a minimum level of supervision.
• Method development for materials similar to those previously analyzed.
• Will handle and use toxic as well as flammable materials.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office and JMP.
• Read charts/graphs to find trends; multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analysis following defined methods in support of raw material production, procurement, and refinement.
• Sample and prepare samples; operate and maintain analytical instrumentation; manage data and reporting; maintain a clean lab environment.
• Contribute to method development and support data integrity and safety.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Data management

Instrument maintenance

Method development

Safety and data quality

MS Office

JMP

Sample preparation

Education

Associate degree in chemistry

BA/BS in chemistry or closely related field

Coursework in analytical chemistry, polymers, inorganic/solid-state chemistry

Tools

MS Office suite

JMP

Job description

First Solar is seeking a laboratory analyst to perform routine and specialized analyses supporting raw material production, procurement, and refinement. The role includes sampling, instrument operation, data management, and maintaining quality records in a safety-focused lab environment.

Responsibilities include method development, developing accurate data reports, and ensuring complete documentation while complying with safety rules and waste handling procedures.