Chemist - Manufacturing

Fives; Rockford (IL); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

13 paid holidays

401(k) matching

Medical - Dental - Vision

Pet Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Hands-on training

Tuition & Training reimbursement

Wellness programs with incentives

Employee engagement activities

Community initiatives

Zusammenfassung

FIVES LANDIS CORP – Gardner Abrasives in South Beloit, IL is seeking a Chemist to join the Quality Control team. You will perform testing on in-house blended materials, assist in formulation, and operate lab instruments such as XRF, FTIR, and Grindo-Sonic.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or physical science and 0–3 years of experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or physical science is required.
• 0–3 years of related laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Aufgaben

• Perform testing on in-house blended materials for consistency and adjust as needed.
• Assist in formulation of products and provide information to manufacturing team.
• Operate lab equipment (XRF, FTIR, Grindo‑Sonic) and maintain calibration.
• Support ISO 9001 and 14001 processes and maintain accurate test records.
• Maintain records and data of all tests and inspections.

Kenntnisse

Lab testing

Data recording

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/physical science

Tools

XRF

FTIR

Grindo-Sonic

United Testing Machine

Jobbeschreibung

FIVES LANDIS CORP – Gardner Abrasives

Fives Landis Corp – Gardner Abrasives is actively seeking a Chemist to join its team in South Beloit, Illinois. At Fives, we are all driven by a common calling, to prove that industry can do it! We work together daily to make industry an answer to all the major technological, environmental, social and economic challenges of our time.

Position Summary

For over 200 years, we’ve invented and designed solutions and technologies that substantially and sustainably improve everyone’s daily life. Gardner Abrasives has been a global leader in high-precision abrasive grinding wheels since 1905 and is part of Fives Landis Corp the High Precision Machines Division of Fives specializing in the design and supply of various types of machines for numerous markets such as Automotive, Aerospace, Defense, Rail, Shipbuilding, Energy, Space, etc. The division has approximately 1,800 employees worldwide working in about 20 locations in Asia, Europe, and North America.

It is with you that industry can do it!

Salary Range: 55K – 65K

(salary is determined by experience)

Your role as a Chemist will be to:

• Perform testing on In-House blended materials for consistency and provide appropriate adjustments when needed.
• Assist in formulation of products and provide information to manufacturing team.
• Mix, mold, and press sample products (lab bars) for testing.
• Assist in the development of new products.
• Operate United Testing Machine, Grindo-Sonic machine, XRF, FTIR, and other lab equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance of lab equipment, calibrations, and analysis on finished products related to manufacturing or customer problems.
• Support and participate in the ISO 9001 and 14001 process.
• Provide assistance with testing existing and new products.
• Maintain accurate records and data of all tests and inspections.

At Gardner Abrasives and under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor, you will join the Quality Control team.

Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Medical - Dental - Vision
• Pet Insurance
• ID Theft Protection
• Hands-on training
• Tuition & Training reimbursement
• Wellness programs with $ incentives
• Employee engagement activities
• Community initiatives

Why come to Fives?

By becoming part of Fives, you will be joining an international group that will provide you access to numerous opportunities for growth and mobility, in a wide number of fields. We will give you room to learn, grow and develop, both professionally and personally.

Industry can do it with you!

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon clear results of a background check and drug screen. Background checks and drug screens will be conducted on all final candidates in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

We are seeking a candidate who has a bachelor’s degree in chemistry/physical science field, and a minimum of 0-3 years of experience preferred. Required strong oral & written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint a plus. If you are a self-starter, able to work independently and work within a team setting, then we are eager to change the world with you!