Chemist 2*

Mérieux NutriSciences - North America; Crete (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES in Crete, IL is seeking a Chemist (Level 2) to perform chemical analyses on food and pharmaceutical samples. You will prepare samples, monitor daily activities and ensure correct results.

Responsibilities include guiding analysts on procedures, analyzing data, interpreting results, and maintaining instruments (GC, LC, ICPMS, HPLC, GC, ICP) and LIMS. An associate degree is required, a bachelor’s is preferred, with 2–5 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food science is helpful.
• Broad knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary.
• Education: Associate degree required, Bachelor preferred.
• 2-5 years experience with general chemistry knowledge and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to departmental personnel on analysis procedures and proper sample preparation.
• Analyze and interpret data, correct discrepancies before releasing results, ensuring compliance with method requirements.
• Perform analyses with instrumentation (GC, LC, ICPMS, Protein, Fiber, etc.).
• Utilize HPLC, GC, ICP, and ICPMS to determine concentrations of desired components.
• Prepare materials and standards for analysis.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and perform minor repairs.
• Investigate customer complaints and nonconformances, determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Identify departures from quality system or test procedures and document them.
• Develop new methods with minimal supervision.
• Maintain training records and equipment logs.
• Ensure housekeeping schedule compliance.
• Support laboratory management in implementing and improving the management system.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Skills

Experience (2-5 years)

General chemistry

HPLC usage

GC usage

ICPMS knowledge

LIMS familiarity

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HPLC

GC

ICPMS

AA

LIMS

Job description

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

Our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. We operate in 27 countries and offer testing and innovative solutions to prevent health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. We are a growing company with over 40 acquisitions in the last decade.

Location: Crete Analytical Laboratory, 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417, USA.

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

Became a Chemist (Level 2) responsible for performing chemical analysis on food and pharmaceutical samples. The incumbent prepares and processes samples, monitors daily activities, and ensures correct analysis results.

• Provide guidance to departmental personnel on analysis procedures and proper sample preparation.
• Analyze and interpret data, correct discrepancies before releasing results, ensuring compliance with method requirements.
• Perform analyses with instrumentation (GC, LC, ICPMS, Protein, Fiber, etc.).
• Utilize HPLC, GC, ICP, and ICPMS to determine concentrations of desired components.
• Prepare materials and standards for analysis.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and perform minor repairs.
• Investigate customer complaints and nonconformances, determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Identify departures from quality system or test procedures and document them.
• Develop new methods with minimal supervision.
• Maintain training records and equipment logs.
• Ensure housekeeping schedule compliance.
• Support laboratory management in implementing and improving the management system.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

YOUR PROFILE

Basic knowledge of food science is helpful. Broad knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary.

Education: Associate degree required, Bachelor preferred.

Required skills: 2-5 years experience. General chemistry knowledge to perform analyses, obtain correct results and interpret data. Basic knowledge of instrumentation and theory (HPLC, GC, AA) is helpful.

Work Environment

Laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes and chemicals. Safety equipment: gloves, lab coat, eyeglasses. Use of autoclave daily. Lifting up to 50 pounds and extended standing required.

Compensation Range

$22-$24 USD per hour

Full Time Eligible Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package.
• Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

The information above provides a general overview and may vary based on specific responsibilities, location or other factors. Details will be clarified during the hiring process.