Chemist III

Carpenter Technology Corporation; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation is seeking a Chemist III to operate and maintain analytical equipment and collaborate across Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D and customer teams. You will develop plans to support department goals and participate in projects with various functions to improve processes for specialty steels.

The role emphasizes independent work, thorough documentation, and adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards as you contribute to continuous improvements

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year college degree in Chemistry or related science field.
• 4-7 years of analytical, environmental or process chemistry experience.
• Able to improve processes, products or services in own function.
• Skilled at managing small projects or sub-teams and coordinating resources.
• Forecasts and plans resource requirements for small projects or sub-teams.
• Monitors costs within own work and may manage costs for small projects.
• Advanced knowledge of chemical analysis, standards, methods and practices; laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Proficient with software including spreadsheet, word processing, graphics and analytical programs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to interpret customer needs and provide solutions.
• Independent worker capable of addressing standard and non-standard situations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment.
• Respond to moderately complex requests for chemical analysis from Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D or customers.
• Develop and implement plans to support department goals.
• Participate in and manage projects with Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D and other functions.
• Identify and implement improvements to processes used to manufacture specialty steels.
• Coordinate project results at various stages and communicate results in reports and memos.
• Maintain complete and accurate records and documentation.
• Ensure a safe workplace and contribute to quality and environmental initiatives.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Laboratory skills

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Four-year college degree in Chemistry or related science field

Tools

Analytical instruments

Excel

Word processing

Graphics software

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporationis a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloysteelsand tool steels. CarpenterTechnology's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets.Building on its history of innovation, CarpenterTechnology'swrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Position Title: Chemist III

Job Summary

Operate and maintain equipment and participate in the completion of group activities. Group activities include responding to moderately complex requests for chemical analysis whether from the Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D or from our customers. Develop and implement plans which outline action to support the achievement of defined department goals. Participates in and may manage projects and services with Manufacturing, Technical Services, R&D and other functions. Identify, recommend and participate in the implementation of innovative improvements to existing processes used to manufacture specialty steels. Coordinate project results at various stages and recommend and implement approved changes in direction. Communicate project results through detailed technical reports and memoranda. Maintain complete and accurate records, data books and other required documentation. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requires in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own function. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve processes, products or services. Solves moderately complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions. Works independently with minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; guides the work of other staff members. Ensures a safe workplace. Promotes ways to improve the quality of life and protect the environment in the communities in which the Company does business.

Requirements:

• Four-year college degree in Chemistry or related science field.

• 4-7 years of analytical, environmental or process chemistry experience

• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve processes, products or services in own function.
• Has expertise in own function.

• Effectively manages small projects or sub-teams, including coordination of resources outside of own area.
• Forecasts and plans resource requirements for small projects or sub-teams.

• Monitors and controls costs within own work and may manage costs for small projects or areas.

• Advanced knowledge of chemical analysis, standards, methods and practices Advanced knowledge of laboratory instruments and equipment
• Advanced knowledge of various software applications including spreadsheet, word processing, graphics and analytical programs.
• Well-developed analytical and instrumental knowledge.

• Solves moderately complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions.

• Interprets customer needs, assesses requirements and identifies solutions to non-standard requests.

• Works independently to address a range of standard and non-standard situations.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to operate a computer workstation and the related hardware and software.
• Ability to operate analytical instruments and equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Laboratory skills.
• Problem solving skills. Project management skills.
• Ability to participate in and complete moderately complex projects.

• Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.