Quality Chemist

Position: Quality Chemist

Primary Location: Tulsa, OK

Schedule: typically dayshift, evenings, weekends, and holidays coverage may be required

Reports to: UPA Lab Manager

Compensation: $85,000 - $90,000 + bonus + benefits. (salaried, non-exempt)

The range shown reflects the targeted pay scale. Actual pay within the range depends on work location and factors such as skills, experience, and education. Specific salary details can be discussed during the hiring process. Posted compensation reflects base salary only and excludes bonuses, benefits, pension contributions, and other incentives.

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At Chemtrade, we deliver innovative solutions focusing on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. We value and respect all our employees, recognizing that our diverse and talented workforce is the heart of our success. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create fulfilling work experiences for all.

About This Role and You

The Quality Chemist at our Tulsa, OK UltraPure acid production facility is a key partner in a high performing team, meeting the needs for specialty materials supporting the rapidly growing semiconductor manufacturing industry anticipated to have dynamic growth over the next decade.

This position focuses on initiating and implementing activities that drive measurable continuous improvement in Environmental, Health & Safety, product quality, process stability, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in chemistry preferred, or science related field with commensurate experience

* Minimum 1-5 years of relevant experience preferred

* Proficient in wet lab chemical analyses

* Proficiency in cleanroom operations including sample bottle preparation, standard preparation, ICP-MS tuning, ICP-MS calibration, ICP-MS sample preparation, and ICP-MS analysis is preferred

* 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 Statistical Process Control

* Proficient at SOP Development and Review

Responsibilities

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 customers' 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.

* 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

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 comply with environmental and safety regulations

* Generates and validates Commercial and UltraPure COAs

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, skills, and experiences of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to drive our business forward, and see our diversity as one of our greatest strengths.

To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all employees. These employee-driven groups provide platforms for employees to share their perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive and respectful culture and provide vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization. We recognize the value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG's) in fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

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

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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