Chemist I

Handles samples, performs analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and test methodologies. Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, ICP-MS and ICP-OES, spectrophotometer, and basic wet chemistry equipmentJOB FUNCTIONSHandles samples and performs analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methodologyMaintains and verifies equipmentReports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisorMaintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methodsIdentifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests.JOB COMPLEXITYWork requires analyzing, troubleshooting and adaptation of existing procedures to achieve the desired results.Work requires the development of action plans for problems or issues having broad implications and/or major projects affecting other related organization activities.Thorough understanding of critical control points of the method and possible cross contaminations. Understanding the principles of the method and how different steps in the process can have an impact on final results.Maintain expected turnaround time despite seasonal sample volume fluctuations.IMPACT OF DECISIONSBusiness depends on providing quality results with timely turnaround, at a reasonable marketplace cost. Providing this requires efficient and thorough lab technicians, willing to work until the daily volumes are analyzed.ANALYTICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVINGUse well-defined methods and procedures as guidelines for work tasks (e.g. maintaining records, processing reports, etc.). Apply appropriate test methods to unconventional samples to obtain meaningful results.When there is a situation that the employee has not come across before, can read manuals/procedures and figure out what to do and collaborate with manager/supervisor/team leader in deciding what to do.Modify or change established methods and procedures that are not significant only after supervisor approval, but stay within prescribed standards (e.g. legislative boundaries, regulatory requirements, customer specifications, etc.). Document the deviations.Initiate re-checks when QC failures happen due to poor chromatography, sample in homogeneity, QC non-conformances, etc.WORK SCHEDULETraining schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30AM - 5PM