Quality Control Lab Technician - Balchem Corporation

Shift: Monday - Friday 11pm - 7:30am

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in New Hampton, New York, (Hudson Valley area) and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – “BCPC”) with annual revenues over $640 million and a market cap exceeding $3.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform chemical and physical testing on raw materials, in-process and encapsulated finished products to determine adherence to prescribed specifications. Prepare laboratory reagents and clean analytical glassware. Maintain accurate record of all analyses performed, documenting test results in laboratory notebooks and/or electronically. Keeps work area and equipment safe, clean and in good working order.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Analyzes incoming raw materials, in process and finished products in accordance with procedures – acid base or redox titrations, particle size analyzers, pH values, etc.
• Records all results in laboratory notebook and/or electronic files following the appropriate procedures.
• Report, investigate and record non-conforming materials results to manager in a timely manner; notify appropriate plant personnel of current production material failing its specification OR outside its prescribed action limits/target values.
• Prepares and standardize laboratory reagents according to written procedures.
• Ensure that all analytical glassware is clean; maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments as needed. Instruments include, but not limited to, balances, auto titrators, pH meters, and microscopes.
• Collect and prepare samples for submission to outside laboratories utilizing the appropriate chain-of-custody and shipping requirements.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures including use of safety equipment (PPE) and equipment safeguards.
• Participates in plant daily inspections and in plant process and internal audits.
• Participates in proficiency testing to demonstrate the accuracy and reproducibility of data being reported from the QC laboratory.
• Support efforts regarding “continuous improvement” by being an active participant on various site teams or initiatives.
• Performs other investigations/duties under the direction of the Quality Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• AAS degree in chemistry with a minimum of one-year experience in analytical chemistry; or at least three years of experience in an analytical laboratory or related process laboratory; or bachelor’s degree in chemistry.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and organize technical data for communications and analysis. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and possess good interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Lab work involves standing, walking, and repetitive motion with occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Operates various laboratory equipment such as burettes, balances and microscopes etc.
• Work with various analytical chemicals and chemical ingredients
• Works inside a laboratory, subject to fumes, odors, gases; MSDS describes hazardous materials.

Salary Range: $20 - $24

#IN

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.