Analytical Instraument Technician

Ingevity; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingevity in North Charleston, SC is seeking an Analytical Instrument Technician to provide comprehensive analytical instrument support to QC and technical groups. You will oversee preventive maintenance, troubleshoot instrument issues, and support the development of QC test methods.

A BS in chemistry or chemical engineering with 5+ years in industrial analytical testing is required, along with hands-on experience with GC, HPLC, GPC, IR, and NMR.

Qualifications

• BS in chemistry or chemical engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in quality or analytical testing in an industrial environment.
• Experience in maintenance/service of analytical equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to train others in the use of analytical equipment or new processes/procedures.
• Excellent communication of technical and operational activities verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical instrument technical support for QC and others, ensuring preventive maintenance.
• Resolve instrument issues and oversee repairs by vendors.
• Develop and support QC test methods and instrumentation.
• Deliver technical reports to the support team with clear communication.
• Prioritize multiple projects and contribute to a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
• Support safety programs related to the job.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Initiative

Analytical thinking

Education

BS in chemistry or chemical engineering

Tools

GC

GPC

HPLC

IR

NMR

Job description

Job Family Group

Laboratory

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine.

If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

Analytical Instrument Technician

As an Analytical Instrument Technician, you will provide comprehensive analytical equipment support to our customers (internal and external). Your contributions will help support the QC, technical, and various business development groups.

How You Will Impact Ingevity

• Provide analytical instrument technical support for QC, acting as a point person for ensuring Preventive Maintenance and routine maintenance are conducted, resolving instrument issues and overseeing repairs by vendors.
• Perform quality reviews and support the development of QC test methods.
• Develop and support plant and lab instrumentation to improve quality.
• Use superior communication skills to prepare and deliver technical reports to Ingevity's support team.
• Flourish in an environment where the pace is fast and the expectations are high. To succeed, you need to work on several projects simultaneously and prioritize business impact.
• Support safety program to include safety activities in all aspects of the job.

What You Need To Succeed

• A minimum of a BS in chemistry or chemical engineering, (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years' experience in quality or analytical testing in an industrial environment.
• Aptitude in organic analysis with chromatography (like GC, GPC, HPLC etc.) and spectroscopy (like IR, NMR etc.).
• Previously demonstrated high levels of initiative, innovation, and analytical ability.
• Experience in maintenance/service of analytical equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to train others in the use of analytical equipment or new processes/procedures.
• Excellent communication of technical and operational activities verbally and in writing, with an ability to influence from a distance.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Innovative self-starter with strong troubleshooting skills and an analytical background.
• Minimum 5 years related industrial experience.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.