Position: Quality Chemist

Primary Location: Cairo, OH

Schedule: 40 hr work, including evenings and weekends, overtime as required

Reports to: Ultra-Pure Lab Manager

Compensation: $65,000-75,000 + bonus, + benefits (salaried, non-exempt)

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Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services. At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

About This Role and About You

The Quality Chemist at our Cario, OH Ultra-Pure sulphuric acid production facility is part of a lab team that safely meets the needs for producing highly specialized materials supporting a rapidly growing semiconductor manufacturing industry that will be highly dynamic over the next decade.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in chemistry preferred, or science related field with commensurate experience
• Minimum 2 years' of relevant experience preferred
• Proficient in all cleanroom operations including sample bottle preparation, standard preparation, ICP- MS tuning, ICP-MS calibration, ICP-MS sample preparation, and ICP-MS analysis
• Proficient in all wet lab chemical analyses
• mechanical troubleshooting of equipment
• Attention to detail, adaptability, self-starter, excellent leadership and communication skills are essential
• Must be able to perform work with minimal supervision to achieve a safe, environmentally sound and reliable operation
• Experience with ISO 9001, RC 14001, or similar management system is preferred
• Basic understanding of Measurement Systems Analysis
• Knowledge of plant operations
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control
• Proficient at SOP Development and Review

Responsibilities

Lab Operations - 60%

• Responsible for analytical support of UltraPure and commercial sulfuric acid businesses
• Responsible for adherence to Laboratory SOP's and environmental requirements
• Provides support to maintain calibration and scheduled maintenance for analytical instrumentation and equipment
• Performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance on complex analytical equipment
• Responsible for analytical testing prioritization and personal testing methodology assignments
• Helps to ensure all lab operations meet or exceed environmental and safety regulations
• Generates and validates Commercial and UltraPure COAs

Quality Management Systems - 20%

• Responsible for conducting and managing routine testing dictated by the quality management systems (including routine quarterly and semi-annual samples)
• Responsible for using formal document systems to report and distribute analytical results
• Participates in internal ISO audits at Chemtrade UltraPure sites
• Maintains chemical and laboratory equipment inventory
• Participates in Lean Six Sigma events for process improvements at UP facilities

Business Support - 20%

• Responsible for analytical support and assistance when troubleshooting plant operations
• Helps to ensure material released for shipment meets or exceeds customer's requirements and is traceable to analysis. Coordinates release of material for shipment to customer with other departments and customers
• Supports marketing efforts by generating and supplying analytical data along with supporting documentation to satisfy customer pre-qualifications requirements
• Generates technical reports as required for routine analytical support and also to address customer and supplier issues.
• Assists Operations and Maintenance in troubleshooting manufacturing process issues
• Supports environmental compliance by sampling and characterizing waste streams
• Utilizes and manages software systems to help generate various analytical reports and COAs
• Supports completion of required actions resulting from internal, external, and customer audits

Additional Notes

• Relocation assistance will be provided

What Chemtrade Offers You

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

In our culture, we celebrate multiple approaches and viewpoints. To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups. These groups provide platforms for employees to share their unique perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive culture. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization.

We recognize that the diversity of our employees is paramount to our organization's success. It is through the diversity of perspectives that we develop and shape programs and tools that support our employees' growth and career management.

Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.

We recognize the immense value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG's) in fostering an including and supportive work environment. Our ERG's serve as vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives.

We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation and fuels our success as an organization. By encouraging the formation of ERG's, we aim to create a workplace where all individual feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work and contribute their diverse talents and ideas. Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of its employees.

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