Chemist

About This Role

Caring for product quality from raw materials to finished goods is the core of this chemist role, using Near Infrared (NIR) analysis and physical inspections. The position suits a detail-oriented professional with experience in quality assurance, keen to ensure products meet high standards through precise testing and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain NIR spectrometers and related equipment to perform real-time quality checks on raw materials and finished products
• Calibrate and validate NIR systems to ensure accuracy and consistency of results
• Analyze and interpret NIR spectra, adjusting parameters for optimal data accuracy
• Ensure that NIR results align with product specifications and quality standards
• Perform physical inspections of products at various stages of production to ensure they meet quality standards
• Measure dimensions, weight, and other product attributes using appropriate tools and equipment
• Identify defects or deviations from quality specifications and document findings
• Work closely with production teams to identify root causes of defects and suggest corrective actions
• Maintain accurate records of all NIR results, inspections, and test outcomes
• Compile and present daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports for review by management
• Ensure that inspection results are accurately documented and aligned with regulatory and company standards
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to NIR equipment or product quality
• Perform minor maintenance and calibration of NIR systems and other inspection tools
• Investigate deviations in product quality and collaborate with production teams to implement corrective measures
• Ensure all activities comply with internal quality control standards, industry regulations, and safety guidelines
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring all necessary documentation and reports are provided
• Assist in maintaining and updating quality control protocols, NIR calibration documents, and inspection records
• Work closely with the QA team, production staff, and engineering to ensure product quality
• Provide feedback to the production team regarding any quality issues or improvements
• Assist in training new employees on quality inspection procedures and NIR equipment use

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Quality Control, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a quality assurance or inspection role, preferably with experience in using NIR technology
• Familiarity with quality control tools and techniques, including measurement instruments and inspection procedures