Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
Perform the Quality analysis on finished products to insure that they are within specification.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Operate, Calibrate and Perform Basic Maintenance on the following Analytical Equipment - GCs, Autotitrator, Spectrophotometer, Refractive Index, PH Meters, Balances, all other Lab Equipment
- Perform the Routine Analyses including but not limited to: IV, AV, GC, Moisture, Color, FFA, Insolubles, Heat Stability, etc.
- Use Laboratory Chemicals - Uses, Hazards, Proper Handling, MSDS
- Knowledgeable of Chemistry of the Fatty Acid Refining Process
- Maintain Analytical Documentation, SQC, C of A, Logs/Record.
- Complete Equipment Maintenance Logs and Records
- Interface with Customer, Supplier and Vendors
- Safely Operate and Maintain all Refinery and Laboratory Analytical Equipment
- Maintain a high level of appearance in labs, work areas and the Appearance Program areas of responsibility
- Ship and take samples as needed (Truck, R.C. SPA samples)
- Perform other duties as requested or required
Formal Education/Certification Requirement - Essential Functions
- High School diploma or the equivalent
- Strong aptitude in computer systems and software
- Working knowledge of Laboratory Instrumentation
- 5+ years Analytical Laboratory experience or equivalent
- Necessary to work in a close knit team environment
- Ability to handle multiple projects at one time.
- Strong organizational skills
Physical Requirements / Working Environment and Conditions
- Must work extensively on computer terminals
- Must be able to work in confined spaces
- Must be able to stand, sit, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, towers and bend for activities.
- Must be able to lift boxes and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Must be to handle mathematics, multiple projects, and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to frequently climb ladders to access and obtain product samples.
Candidate must be able to work day shift (6 am - 6 pm) or night shift (6 pm - 6 am). Standard schedule is
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday (48 hours)
Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday (36 hours)