Analytical Chemist - Method Development & Instrument Lead

Shasta Beverages, Inc; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shasta Beverages, Inc. in Hayward, CA seeks an Analytical Chemist reporting to the Central Laboratory Manager in Corporate QA.

You will develop methods and oversee calibration, quality checks, and instrument maintenance, serving as primary operator of lab equipment to ensure beverage product integrity. Responsibilities include expanding testing capabilities for GCMS, LC-QTOF, HPLC, and atomic absorption, managing water quality data across facilities, updating SOPs, and supporting production with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in an analytical laboratory, preferably ISO 17025.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Must have working knowledge of analytical instrumentation with emphasis on GCMS, GC-FID, LC-QTOF, HPLC and Flame Atomic Absorption.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English.
• Must demonstrate superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop new methodology on analytical equipment to expand testing capabilities, with emphasis on beverage-related methods (GCMS, LC-QTOF, HPLC, Flame Atomic Absorption).
• Manage water quality testing program and results for all production facilities; trend and report to QA decisions.
• Perform internal calibrations, quality control checks, documentation and repairs of lab instruments.
• Generate project reports to share findings with management.
• Lead LIMS selection, integration and deployment.
• Support production facilities and lead root cause analyses; collect, analyze and summarize quality data and trends.
• Receive, schedule, coordinate, and test daily and weekly QC samples from facilities.
• Update and create new SOPs.
• Monitor, track and maintain inventory of lab materials and consumables.
• Participate in sensory tests of beverages including sparkling water, soda, energy drinks and juices.
• Apply GMP knowledge to drive development and ensure new products integrate into manufacturing systems.
• Solve problems within management goals and standards.
• Update knowledge through education and professional involvement.
• Other duties as assigned by Laboratory Manager.

Skills

GCMS

GC-FID

LC-QTOF

HPLC

Flame Atomic Absorption

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

English language

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Shasta Beverages, Inc. in Hayward, CA seeks an Analytical Chemist reporting to the Central Laboratory Manager in Corporate QA.

You will develop methods and oversee calibration, quality checks, and instrument maintenance, serving as primary operator of lab equipment to ensure beverage product integrity. Responsibilities include expanding testing capabilities for GCMS, LC-QTOF, HPLC, and atomic absorption, managing water quality data across facilities, updating SOPs, and supporting production with