Senior Analytical Chemist — Quality & Method Development Lead

PLZ Corp; Pacific (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and Short-Term disability

Voluntary benefits

401k match

Paid Time Off

Bonus incentive programs

Job summary

PLZ Corp in the United States is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to lead testing of raw materials and in-process batches using GC, IR, and HPLC, ensuring accuracy and compliance with approved laboratory procedures. You will collaborate with Quality and Operations, maintain instruments, calibrate routinely, and develop or adapt methods for new materials.

A Bachelor's in chemistry or chemical engineering and 5–7 years of analytical experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.
• 5–7 years of experience in analytical or laboratory roles.
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and analytical method development.

Responsibilities

• Test incoming raw materials according to established protocols and communicate results.
• Test in-process batches and notify stakeholders of results.
• Recommend re-work or re-blend for batches not meeting specifications.
• Improve testing methodologies, documentation, and reporting for accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and provide guidance on proper use.
• Perform scheduled instrument calibrations to ensure accurate results.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations to resolve daily issues.
• Prepare and distribute laboratory reports and SOPs.
• Interface with customer technical teams to communicate results.
• Support method development or adaptation for new materials.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Analytical testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering

Tools

GC

HPLC

IR

Job description

PLZ Corp in the United States is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to lead testing of raw materials and in-process batches using GC, IR, and HPLC, ensuring accuracy and compliance with approved laboratory procedures. You will collaborate with Quality and Operations, maintain instruments, calibrate routinely, and develop or adapt methods for new materials.

A Bachelor's in chemistry or chemical engineering and 5–7 years of analytical experience are required.