Chemistry Technician

Waters Corporation; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation in Golden, CO is seeking a Chemistry Technician I to support manufacturing and packaging of Waters ASR & ERA products. You will work with supervisors, Quality, and EH&S to ensure high-quality output and value for customers.

The role requires hands-on bench chemistry, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A BS/BA in Chemistry or a science field and 1+ years of related lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Chemistry or science field required.
• 1+ years of environmental laboratory experience recommended.
• Experience with bench top wet chemistry analysis using EPA and Standard Methods preferred.
• Experience in a highly quality controlled manufacturing lab is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and produce products to meet delivery dates and customer expectations.
• Conduct bench/top wet chemistry testing using EPA and Standard Methods.
• Ensure finished product meets specifications and is verified per procedures.
• Label and package completed products accurately.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation for correctness and completeness.
• Prepare and review Certificates of Analysis.
• Support Health & Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Quality investigations.
• Assist other departments when resources are needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry or Science field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Waters-ERA is currently leading a search for a Chemistry Technician I who is primarily responsible for product manufacturing, packaging, labeling, assembling, and inventory control for Waters ASR & ERA products. The Chemistry Technician I will work closely with the manufacturing supervisors, Quality, and EH&S to ensure the highest level of product quality and value are provided to Waters-ERA customers.

The successful candidate will be a passionate and agile, who strives to deliver superior value to our internal and external customers every day. This hands‑on position requires excellent interpersonal skills, problem solving, critical thinking as well as a compelling initiative to see the organization succeed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing and production of products to meet customer delivery laboratory expectations/delivery dates
• Responsible for bench/wet chemistry testing using EPA & Standard Methods
• Responsible for ensuring 100% compliance to specification of finished product by ensuring product has been manufactured, and verified per established processes and procedures
• Responsible for the correct labeling and packaging of completed products
• Responsible for ensuring manufacturing documentation meets product & customer specifications and reviewing all documentation for correctness and completion
• Responsible for ensuring all Certificates of Analysis are completed properly and accurately
• Health & Safety, Continuous Improvement, Quality investigations
• Assistother departments when resources are needed

Qualifications

• BS./B.A. in Chemistry or Science related field required
• 1+ years of environmental laboratory related work experience recommended
• Experience with bench top wet chemistry analysis using EPA and Standard Methods preferred
• Experience within a highly quality controlled manufacturing or production lab a plus
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and utilize scientific/statistical methods for problem solving
• Demonstrated proficiency working with Microsoft programs such as Word and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to review data
• Fine motor skills and attention to detail
• Multitasking ability in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work as a team and independently

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Key Words

Manufacturing, Production, Packaging, Chemistry, Science, Laboratory, Environmental