Chemist II

Innophos Holdings; North Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Innophos Holdings is seeking a Chemist II in North Salt Lake, Utah. This role is pivotal in supporting lab operations, leading method development, and ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 standards. Responsibilities include overseeing daily activities, managing analytical instruments, and driving continuous improvement. Candidates should have solid analytical chemistry experience and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. Innophos supports a diverse workplace and encourages qualified applicants to apply regardless of background.

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical chemistry and method development.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and regulatory standards.
• Ability to perform accurate chemical analyses.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day analytical laboratory operations.
• Lead method development, optimization, and validation.
• Manage nonconformance events and ensure audit readiness.

Job description

Chemist II plays a key role in supporting the Lab Manager by overseeing day-to-day analytical laboratory operations. This includes performing and developing accurate chemical analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. The role leads method development, optimization, and validation activities in compliance with ISO 17025 and regulatory standards. It also includes ensuring proper maintenance and calibration of analytical instruments and managing general laboratory upkeep to support efficient and reliable operations. Responsibilities include managing nonconformance events (OOS, OOT, deviations), supporting CAPA investigations, preparing and reviewing technical documentation, ensuring audit readiness, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and providing training and guidance to junior staff. This role promotes a culture of safety and operational excellence within the laboratory environment.

Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.