Food Analytical Chemist

Gpalab; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading food analysis lab in Kansas City is seeking a Food Analytical Scientist/Chemist. This hands-on role involves performing complex tests, data analysis, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry and extensive experience with analytical instrumentation. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience with analytical instrumentation required.
• Must have method development experience for testing and compliance.
• Proficiency in Lab Solutions for Analytical Data Software is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and analysis on complex matrices.
• Maintain and troubleshoot a range of analytical instrumentation.
• Collaborate with various departments including Quality and Sales.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Data analysis

Laboratory maintenance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or analytical chemistry

Master’s degree with relevant experience

Tools

HPLC

LC-MS

GC-MS

Mass spectrometry

ICP

Job description

Food Analytical Scientist/Chemist

Responsible for performing a variety of complex tests to obtain information on the chemistry of food matrices. This hands‑on position involves analytical work and data analysis, including data collection, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting. Requires extensive hands‑on experience with analytical instrumentation and techniques. Proficient in Lab Solutions for Analytical Data Software.

Responsibilities

• Performs sample preparation, extraction, digestion and analysis on both routine and complex matrices.
• Understands and implements validated analytical methods concepts through AOAC, USP, and AACC.
• Operates, maintains, and troubles a wide range of analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, LC‑MS, GC‑MS, ICP, and mass spectrometry.
• Understands cause and effect relationships related to sample preparation procedures and instrumental parameters to critically evaluate results.
• Assists the analytical chemistry group in completing testing; completes analytical testing in a broad range of areas when associates are on vacation or out of the lab.
• Collaborates with Quality, IT, Sales/Marketing, and Customer Service.
• Prepares samples using a variety of extraction and cleanup techniques.
• Maintains a clean and orderly laboratory, troubleshoots analytical equipment issues, and performs preventive maintenance on instrumentation as needed.
• Maintains accurate records and complies with Quality policy.
• Embraces change through continuous improvement; drives lab operations efficiencies to exceed customer expectations and reduce operating costs.
• Complies with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Quality

• Adheres to ISO 17025 quality standards by ensuring testing is in compliance.
• Reviews bench‑sheets, equipment logs, daily and weekly checklists for completion and accuracy.
• Assists in completion of root‑cause investigations, out‑of‑specification results, and other quality‑related tasks as needed.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or analytical chemistry with 5 years of relevant experience, or master’s degree with at least 3 years of related experience. Must have method development experience.

Working Environment and Physical Demands

Indoors, temperature‑controlled environment‑office or laboratory facility; use of hearing protection may be required at times, along with other personal protective equipment as necessary.

Position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, manual dexterity, ability to see details at close range, ability to listen to and understand spoken words and phrases, ability to communicate information verbally, ability to read and understand ideas presented in writing, ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Must meet the physical abilities level of three (3) as determined by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Requires use of telephones, paging system, PC, fax, copying and other office machines and equipment.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, GPAL offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, vacation/sick time (PTO), short‑term and long‑term disability, holidays, and more.