SUMMARY
Performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
- Conducts chemical and physical tests on materials for such qualities as chemical composition, purity, color, stability, density, and particle size
- Sets up, adjusts, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments such as ICP-OES, analytical balances, scales, AA spectrophotometer, colorimeter, surface area analyzer, and other equipment.
- Identifies raw material conditions by collecting material samples, visually inspecting, and preparing composite samples of raw materials for analysis.
- Collects and tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
- Records test results on worksheets and accurately enters results into a database.
- Accurately and clearly communicate results in appropriate formats to target audiences, both technical and non-technical
- Interface with other company departments and individual plant personnel as needed to complete work in a safe and timely manner
- Cleans calibrates and completes preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Prepare and standardize chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
- Prepare, package, and ship samples to customers according to all company policies and transport regulations.
- Maintain clean and safe work areas at all times
- Special reports and analysis as assigned by Quality Control Supervisor.
SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES
The employees performing this job must know of and follow the company's safety policies and procedures.
