Chemist

Apex Systems; Village of Middleport (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

HSA

EAP and discounts

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a qualified Chemist for a chemical manufacturing facility in Middleport, NY. The role focuses on analytical testing of compounds and raw materials, data reporting, and calibration of analytical equipment, with PPE provided on site.

The position requires chemistry education and experience with HPLC/GC, spectroscopy, and analytical techniques, along with strong computational skills and SAP familiarity. This is a hands-on laboratory role in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Chemistry or equivalent preferred.
• Associate’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent preferred.
• At least one year experience using HPLC and GC chromatography preferred.
• Experience in spectroscopy and analytical chemistry and SPC skills preferred.
• Good computer skills (MS Office and MS Outlook) with SAP working knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on samples of raw materials and finished product using a full range of analytical equipment.
• Record data and summarize it to be presented to the proper personnel.
• Prepare and install LC and GC columns.
• Conduct special testing and analysis for new product development, troubleshoot of complaint samples and investigation/analysis of off-spec products and raw materials.
• Collect, record, analyze and maintain environmental and industrial hygiene samples.

Skills

HPLC

GC chromatography

Spectroscopy

Analytical chemistry

MS Office

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

We are immediately looking for a qualified Chemist for one of our clients, a well-established Chemical Manufacturing facility in the Middleport, NY area. This position will be responsible for conducting analytical testing on compounds and raw materials. The Analyst will compile and summarize the results into clear reports. Calibration of analytical equipment will also be required of the incumbent. PPE includes gloves, lab coats, glasses, goggles.

Job # 3056604

Daily activities

• Preform tests on samples of raw materials and finished product using a full range of analytical equipment.
• Record data and summarize it to be presented to the proper personnel.
• Prepare and install LC and GC columns.
• Conduct special testing and analysis in conjunction with new product development, trouble‑shooting of complaint samples and investigation/analysis of off-spec products and raw materials
• Collect, record, analyze and maintain environmental and industrial hygiene samples.

Requirements

BS/BA in Chemistry or equivalent preferred; Associate’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Qualifications

• At least one year experience using HPLC and GC chromatography preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing and wet chemical techniques highly preferred.
• Experience in spectroscopy and analytical chemistry and SPC skills preferred.
• Good computer skills (MS Office and MS Outlook) with SAP working knowledge preferred.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
• Demonstrated sound decision making, problem solving, and ability to react quickly under pressure

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.