Quality Control Chemist

REC Silicon; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

Annual bonus plan

Job summary

REC Silicon Inc. seeks a Quality Control Chemist in Butte, MT to support analytical operations for the Specialty Gas Group. You will perform ICP-MS/GC analyses, validate methods, and ensure accurate data reporting for internal and external customers.

The role requires at least an AA in science with chemistry coursework, 1–3 years GC exposure, and a willingness to work in a laboratory environment with strict safety practices. A bonus plan and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires an AA in science with chemistry coursework and 1–3 years GC experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering is preferred.
• Analytical chemistry skills for electronics specialty gases are useful.

Responsibilities

• Operate ICP-MS or GC instruments and assist with maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Analyze samples from clean rooms and specialty gases and report results.
• Update data workflows in LIMS and prepare method validations.
• Support audits with laboratory data and SOP documentation.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Quality control

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in science with 2+ years chemistry

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering preferred

Tools

ICP-MS

GC

LIMS

Gas chromatography software

Job description

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Quality Control Chemist

Quality & Analytical Full-time Regular Butte, MT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1073

Salary Range: $66,200.00 To $102,600.00 Annually

REC Silicon is a leading producer of silicon materials and specialty gases for the semiconductor and solar industries. We are growing beyond our core silane business to build an integrated portfolio of specialty gases, precursor chemicals, and wet chemicals for the semiconductor industry's most advanced applications. Join us as we expand into this next chapter of growth.

REC Silicon is committed to the holistic approach to our company benefits. Once you’re here, your family and we want you to be safe, healthy, and engaged during your rewarding career. Designed not just for our team, but also families, our benefits offer the following:

• Generous PTO:Your off time is important. We offer 144 hours of PTO per year for the first 5 years of employment. Year six, 184 hours. High maximum balance and cash out option.
• Medical/Dental/Vision:Majority of premiums paid by REC Silicon for you and your dependents. Includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• Additional Health Coverage:FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization and critical illness.
• Earn More:We offer a generous annual company bonus plan in addition to salary/wage.
• 401(k) Savings Plan:Jump start your retirement with REC Silicon’s discretionary contribution and does not require an employee contribution. Match also available.
• Company-Paid Benefits:Life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, Life Flight, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness reward program, pharmacy advocacy and disease management program.
• Flexibility:We support employees through flexible work schedules and limited work from home options.
• Additional Benefits: We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and additional materials needed on a case-by-case basis.

Summary

A Quality Control Chemist will utilize procedures and techniques in performing a broad range of duties related to the routine activities of analytical operations. This role is responsible for accurate and timely reporting of analytical data for the Specialty Gas Group as required by both internal and external customers and successful execution of projects to maintain and improve these analyses. Must understand the applicable laboratory procedures and equipment as part of supporting effective and reliable operation of the analytical laboratories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following examples of duties and responsibilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.

• Spectrometer (ICP-MS) operation or Chromatography (GC) operation and assist with troubleshooting and maintenance of these instruments.
• Perform analysis of clean room samples, various specialty gas or special samples
• Control the conditions of the cleanroom and check the associated utilities.
• Update analytical data and workflows utilizing LIMS.
• Investigate Out-of-Specification (OOS) and Out-of-Control (OOC) and follow up OCAP report.
• Review and approve internal laboratory results for product release, as needed following all applicable laboratory practices and procedures.
• Take the primary role in executing and reporting any required metrology studies [measurement systems analysis (MSA) or GR&R]
• Document and report analytical data utilizing appropriate statistical methods.
• Perform analytical data review and approval including evaluation of method applicability, accuracy, and data validation results from external laboratories.
• Installation and validation of new analytical equipment.
• Draft, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and analysis documentation.
• Develop and optimize analytical methods.
• Support customer service and quality assurance by presenting laboratory quality control and methodology in support of external audits or visits.
• Purchase required analytical supplies using REC purchasing processes.
• Maintain a critical spare parts inventory for all analytical equipment.
• As needed, interface with external regulatory agencies related to certified analysis.
• Follow Technology and Lab safety practices as documented in Lab Safety Manual and other applicable company policies.
• Report process safety incidents and near misses

Qualifications

Incumbents must have demonstrated knowledge and abilities in these areas. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

• Requires a minimum of an Associate 's Degree (A.A) in science related field with at least two years of college level chemistry and one (1) to three (3) years’ experience using gas chromatographs; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering and experience with the operation and troubleshooting of gas chromatographs is preferred.
• Analytical chemistry skills applicable to electronics specialty gas industry such as: ICP-MS, Chromatography, gas moisture analyzers and specialty gas (especially pyrophoric gas) handling skills will be very useful.
• Clean room experience or knowledge will be very useful.
• Required to understand maintenance and repair needs of key lab equipment.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Experience with Agilent and PerkinElmer or similar Lab software
• Basic statistical and quality systems knowledge will be highly useful.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Strong math skills required including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Must be a team player and supportive and cooperative of management and corporate initiatives.

These skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education, experience, and training. This combination will provide the competence to perform the work of the position.

REC is committed to managing its manufacturing operations in a manner that is environmentally responsible and protects the current and future environmental interests of all interested parties within which the company operates. It is each employee’s responsibility to recognize and report environmental concerns to appropriate management and HSE staff.

Supervisory and Budgetary Responsibilities

• None

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be willing and able to work in a chemical manufacturing process environment meeting safety requirement for respiratory and PPE protection.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure of the individual to periods of extreme cold or heat to oversee/support process sampling for subsequent analysis is frequent.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Must be available for on-call backup of Specialty Gas Lab Tech