QualityControl(QC)Chemist

**Job Location** NORTH CHICAGO PLANT **Job Description** **Business Purpose** : The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting samples, analyzing and labeling raw materials, finished goods, and other samples. Perform record keeping and other Quality Control (QC) related responsibilities as directed. **Important Responsibilities** : Performs raw material, finished goods, intermediate, and development sample analysis according to standard analytical procedures. Performs routine instrument maintenance and calibration as needed in the course of analytical work. Conducts limited instrument troubleshooting and problem diagnosis. Makes judgment based on knowledge and experience as to the accuracy and reliability of analytical results. Observes and identifies problems with results and reports to supervisor. Conducts analytical method development work with direct supervision and guidance. Samples and labels materials as needed according to written procedures or specific instructions. Coordinates work with Production Lead on night and weekend shifts to ensure appropriate prioritization of work. The QC Chemist is part of a high-performance organization where proven communication, initiative, leadership, teamwork skills and abilities are required. The QC Chemist is responsible for maintaining and improving site safety; providing leadership and ownership for a safety or quality system; owning a zone ownership area by operating, maintaining, and improving the zone to deliver performance targets; developing and executing a personal action plan; participating in business improvement/loss elimination projects; and functioning as a team member in a high performance organization. The QC Chemist will routinely be called upon to work independently. We offer a competitive total compensation package which includes a base salary, paid time off, benefit programs like medical insurance, life insurance, disability, retirement (Profit Sharing at no cost to the employee and 401K sa