QC Chemist 1

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.; New Bedford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Holiday pay

401K match

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance/Quality Control professional to provide technical support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will test raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products, perform line audits, and assist with disposition decisions to uphold quality and safety standards. You will collaborate with QA, EHS, Plant Management, and Production to maintain product quality and operational efficiency, applying SPC and data analysis to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related science required.
• Strong problem solving and data analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Test raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Conduct line audits and support production with material disposition decisions.
• Collaborate with QA, Plant Management, Production, and EHS to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Utilize SPC methods for data collection and CAPA effectiveness.

Skills

Wet chemistry testing

SPC

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership in QA

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Related Science Degree

Tools

PC skills

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, this position provides technical and quality support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring products meet established quality specifications and comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include performing quality testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products; conducting line audits; supporting production with product adjustments and material disposition decisions; and collaborating closely with Production, Plant Management, Quality Assurance, and EHS teams to maintain product quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Employs safe work habits and complies with all applicable safety requirements


• Provide daily production support including testing, adjusting and disposition of raw materials, products and packaging in a Plant Lab.


• Works closely with Quality Assurance, Plant Management, Production Teams and EHS to ensure overall quality and safety of products produced and distributed from the Sharonville Plant


• Provide technical support with regards to waste minimization, environmental compliance, and timely disposition of returns, discrepant product and materials


• Utilize SPC methods in data collection, root cause analysis, corrective/preventive action effectiveness and cost saving/avoidance analysis


• Any other responsibilities delegated by the Quality Assurance Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• One to three years of wet chemistry testing experience


• Statistical Process Control, Data Analysis, PC skills


• Must have strong problem-solving abilities specifically in technical matters


• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel at multiple locations


• Must have the ability to take a leadership role in all Quality Assurance matters


• Must be able to excel in a team environment


• Must be available to conduct and support internal quality audits 2 to 4 times per month, including reviewing production activities, batch records, manufacturing documentation, and compliance with established quality procedures. Must be able to identify discrepancies, document findings, and work with production teams to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Related Science Degree

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Full-Time (40 hours a week) with occasional overtime


• Start/End Times: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM


• Benefits: Health, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Match


• Pay Range: $22 - 25/HR

#INDOPS

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.