Chemist - Chemtrade

Position: Chemist

Primary Location:  Beaumont, Texas

Reports to:  Operations Manager

Compensation: $80-85,000.00 + Bonus and Benefits (salaried, 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 Chemist at our Beaumont, Texas sulfuric acid production plant oversees the day-to-day activities of the Main Laboratory and Control Room Laboratory to assure product quality and customer satisfaction. Continually works on improvement projects to upgrade processes and procedures associated with the Laboratories. Supports the plant’s ISO 9000 Quality system. Interfaces with customers to provide quality information. Coordinates SBS lotting and shipments with the customer. Serves as a backup for the Traffic and Inventory Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or related field.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in chemicals manufacturing or related field.
• Demonstrate team and leadership skills.
• Experience in calibration, troubleshooting instrument issues, and analytical methods.
• Attention to detail, adaptability, being a self-starter, and good communication skills
• Preferred:  SAP S4 experience.

Responsibilities

Laboratory tasks (85%):
• Analyses product to verify quality
• Manages Main Laboratory and Control Room Laboratory inventory
• Obtains quotes on Laboratory materials, creates purchase requisitions, and receives orders
• Keeps instruments in good repair and orders new equipment, as needed
• Coordinates maintenance of equipment, as needed. Follows through with vendor recommended action plan, as needed.
• Establishes and follows maintenance procedures/practices for laboratory equipment
• Writes and revises Laboratory procedures for both the Main Laboratory and the Control Room Laboratory, as needed
• Maintains customer specifications and COAs (Certificate of Analysis)
• Coordinates updating customer specifications within SAP
• Works closely with the customers to address quality issues and provides COAs (Certificate of Analysis) on each shipment
• Trains new Laboratory Personnel, as needed
• Trains Operators, Pumpers, Utility Mechanics, as needed
• Escalates any quality issues to Staff/On-Call/Operators/Pumpers/Utility Mechanics
• Prepares and arranges shipment of Laboratory samples
• Analyses storm water and summarizes them for the monthly DMR (Discharge Monitoring Report) submittal
• Introduces new chemicals, as needed, for Laboratory operation
• Generates and implements improvement projects associated with the Main Laboratory and Control Room Laboratory
• Collaborates with Traffic & Inventory Clerk, Operations, and Pumpers
• Collaborates with Chemtrade Central Lab, as needed

Supports plant quality management system (5%):
• Communicates with registrar and auditors
• Maintains corrective/preventive action system
• Helps schedule internal audits
• Facilitates quarterly management reviews

Other related duties (10%):
• Serves as backup to Traffic & Inventory Coordinator (shipping department)

Special projects/studies: 
• Interaction modeling of manufactured products at site, including set up, analytical measurements and follow on data evaluations, summary and distribution.
• Investigation, development and set up of new procedures for new Sulfuric Acid business analysis.
• For multiple sites, prepares equipment recommendations and oversees set up and onsite training of key personnel on instrumentation and equipment. Quarterly follow on visits to be scheduled other sites supported.
• Detailed investigation into alternate methodology to achieve customer specifications. This included interface with instrumentation manufacturer, method development and detailed verification - QA/QC efforts related to new procedure set up.
• Investigation into laboratory hazardous waste reduction.

Quality System – NSF, ISO: 
• Assists in the maintenance of the NSF system at site. This includes accurate reviews of raw materials; ensuring proper updates are made to each registered formulations, accurate upkeep of the all NSF files, submission of the required annual samples and direct interface with the auditors.
• Responsible for the ISO laboratory calibrations systems. Additionally, in the process of training to become Chemtrade ISO auditor.

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 it’s employees.

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