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About Lubrizol
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world.
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world.
We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.
The Chemist will report into the QC Manager and is responsible for performing the following duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Introduction of new analysis into the laboratory.
- Introduction and/or development of new procedures and making procedural recommendations designed to improve precision and accuracy.
- Support manufacturing and R&D.
- Train laboratory staff on products, procedures, and process changes and documenting completed training.
- Document, interpret, and communicate analytical results to colleagues and customers.
- Be a part of the integration of new or existing instrumentation into the laboratory.
- Ensure that operational capabilities are fully understood and utilization of instruments is maximized by laboratory staff.
- Operate, troubleshoot, and train laboratory staff on all instrumentation.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs to the laboratory instrumentation.
- Develop and maintain a fundamental understanding of company products.
- Develop a fundamental understanding of SAP, share the knowledge, and also utilize SAP skills to improve efficiency.
- Oversee the management of standards that are used in the laboratory.
- Oversee the management of laboratory waste.
- Oversee the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan.
- Assist in the integration of new products into the laboratory.
- Perform equipment calibrations or ensure that calibrations are performed as scheduled, and that all supportive documentation is in place and accurate.
- Seek out and propose process improvements through the application of new processes, methodologies, and/or equipment that would have a positive impact on the laboratory. (Carefully monitor the accuracy and quality of work methods.)
- Promote and follow plant policies regarding safe work and laboratory practices through the prevention of personal injury, conservation of the environment, and protection of Lubrizol property.
- Openly communicate technical information, both written and orally.
- Proactively gather and distribute information beyond the needs of current applications.
- Seek ways to continuously improve customer service.
- Follow up with customers to ensure problems are resolved.
- Work on customer complaints.
- Provide off-hours support to laboratory staff.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- B.S. degree from an accredited university or school or minimum of (4) consecutive years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
- 5+ year QC experience in Chemical Manufacturing.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proven team-player.
- Excellent organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Ability and willingness to continually learn.
- Potential to move into a QC managerial position.
Preferred Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
- Fundamental understanding of SAP.
- Experience with Agilent Gas Chromatographs and Chemstation software.
- Experience with ICP
Working Conditions
- Ability to lift and handle objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to discern colors, read burettes, and has physical capability to operate instrumental analysis equipment.
- Expected to use appropriate PPE and occasional usage of respirator.
- Safely work independently and around others by following all required procedures.
If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you.
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Nearest Major Market: Spartanburg
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
Job Segment: Chemical Research, Laboratory, QC, ERP, Instrumentation, Engineering, Science, Technology, Quality
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