Production Analytical Chemist

manpowe; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

11 paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Manpower is seeking a Production Analytical Chemist in Burnet, TX to operate and troubleshoot advanced analytical instruments in a cleanroom/laboratory setting, testing production samples and ensuring QA/compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Analytical Chemistry or related and 2+ years of instrument experience (LC/LC-MS/IC/ICP platforms). You will maintain instruments, analyze data, and contribute to safety-driven quality culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry or related (Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology) required.
• 2+ years of experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical instrumentation (including LC, LC-MS, IC, IC-MS, GC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, ICP-OES).
• Hands-on experience with trace metal analysis and cleanroom/high-volume laboratory environments.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office); LIMS experience preferred.
• Ability to safely handle and dispose of chemicals, maintain a clean and safe workspace, and complete lab work accurately and independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot advanced analytical instruments to test production samples and support product quality.
• Analyze, review, and communicate analytical results by processing data, maintaining documentation, and resolving issues.
• Maintain instrumentation, tools, chemicals, and consumables required for QC analysis.
• Support continuous improvement by proposing, leading, or assisting with initiatives for new or existing testing methods and practices.
• Serve as a laboratory subject matter expert by promoting safety and quality culture, collaborating cross-functionally, and training others after comprehensive onboarding.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Data analysis

Laboratory safety

MS Office

LIMS

Trace metal analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry or related

Tools

LC

LC-MS

IC

IC-MS

GC

GC-MS

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Job description

Our client, a global supplier of advanced materials, specialty chemicals, and process solutions used in the semiconductor (chip manufacturing) industry, is seeking a Scientist II, Production Analytical Chemist to join their team. As a Scientist II, Production Analytical Chemist, you will be part of the production analytical chemistry group supporting manufacturing operations and quality-focused analytical testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and quality, a results-driven mindset with meticulous attention to detail, and the technical confidence to operate and troubleshoot advanced analytical instrumentation in a cleanroom/laboratory environment.

Title: Production Analytical Chemist

Location: Burnet, TX 78611

Salary: $71,500- $95,000 + 10% Bonus

MUST BE US CITIZEN OR GREEN CARD HOLDER

1st Shift & 2nd Shift openings (Wednesday-Saturday, 2pm-12am)

What's the Job?

• Operate and troubleshoot advanced analytical instruments to test production samples and support product quality in a cleanroom/laboratory setting.
• Analyze, review, and communicate analytical results by processing data, maintaining accurate documentation, and resolving issues to ensure traceability and validity.
• Maintain instrumentation, tools, chemicals, and consumables required for routine and non-routine QC analysis.
• Support continuous improvement by proposing, leading, or assisting with initiatives for new or existing testing methods and practices.
• Serve as a laboratory subject matter expert by promoting safety and quality culture, collaborating cross-functionally, and training others after comprehensive onboarding.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry or related (Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology) required.
• 2+ years of experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical instrumentation (including LC, LC-MS, IC, IC-MS, GC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, ICP-OES).
• Hands-on experience with trace metal analysis and strong familiarity with cleanroom or high-volume laboratory environments.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office); LIMS experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to safely handle and dispose of chemicals, maintain a clean and safe workspace, and complete lab work accurately and independently.

What's in it for me?

• Compensation aligned to your skills and qualifications within the stated range.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an employer match.
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages.
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that supports time to recharge.

Burnet, TX 78611