Quality Control Chemist

SafeFoods; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Safe Foods, based in North Little Rock, AR, is seeking a Quality Control Chemist to perform QC tests on raw materials and finished products, calibrate lab instruments, and maintain records in a combined manufacturing and laboratory environment.

The role requires a BS in Chemistry or related field, strong lab skills, and the ability to work safely with exposure to chemicals. Our team emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to SOPs in a dynamic food safety setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in chemistry or related field.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety guidelines (OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test incoming materials and finished products.
• Calibrate lab instruments and maintain calibration records.
• Record test data and keep meticulous records.
• Monitor production process to ensure SOP adherence.
• Inventory lab reagents and supplies.
• Data entry and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab techniques

Scientific principles

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Read and follow directions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry / related field

Job description

Chemical Operations, Leadership, and Support

Working Time

Full-Time

Type Of Contract

Permanent

Work Type

On Site

Ref #

2195

Shift Start

06:00am

Shift End

02:00am

Position Summary

WHO YOU ARE:

Are you looking to join a growing company? Based out of North Little Rock, A R , we are looking for a Quality Control Chemist to join our team

WHO WE ARE:

• Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.

• Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.

• Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.

• Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

OUR MISSION:

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.

• Protect What Matters:We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.
• Deliver On Our Promises: We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.
• Win as a Team: We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.
• Advance a Safer Future: We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will be responsible for performing Quality Control tests and inspections of incoming raw materials and finished products, calibration of lab instruments, record keeping, and general lab upkeep.

• Inspect, sample, and test incoming raw materials and packaging.
• Inspect, sample, and test finished products.
• Perform scheduled calibration of lab instruments and maintain calibration records.
• Collect and test production wastewater effluent.
• Recordkeeping of test data and inspections.
• Monitor, inspect, and dispose of finished product retain samples.
• Monitor production process of finished products to assure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Data entry (test results, calibration results, warehouse transfers, etc.)
• Inventory of lab reagents and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR MUST HAVES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or Environmental Chemistry.

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:

• Ability to work safely according to OSHA and company guidelines
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proven good lab techniques and scientific principles and willingness to learn
• Problem-solving ability
• Excellent project management skills
• Must be able to read and follow directions
• Must be a self-starter.
• Must be able to be a contributing member of a team

OUR ENVIRONMENT:

This position is combination-based in our manufacturing plant environment & laboratory setting. Expected exposure to chemicals will require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Constant (role requires this activity more than 75% of the time)

Use of fingers/hands, stand, climb stairs/ladders, walk, sit, reach outward, lift/carry, push/pull 12 lbs or less.

Frequently (role requires this activity from 25%-74% of the time)

Use of fingers/hands, stand, climb stairs/ladders, walk, sit, reach outward, lift/carry, push/pull 13-50 lbs.

Occasional (role requires this activity up to 24% of the time)

Use of fingers/hands, stand, climb stairs/ladders, walk, sit, reach outward, lift/carry, push/pull 51+ lbs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Basic Life Insurance

• Paid Holidays (Varies by Location)

• Employee Assistance Program ("EAP")

EEO DISCLAIMER

Fortrex and Safe Foods, a division of Fortrex, are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Fortrex and Safe Foods are committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities.

Fortrex and Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.