Quality Control Chemist

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Job description

Ready to be part of something great? We are in search of adding a passionate and innovative Quality Control Chemist to join our growing team at our Grapevine, Texas location!

Versatile Building Products is a team of passionate innovators, driven to create world-class products, that make people's lives better. We are inspired, and in turn, inspire others to turn dull, dreary spaces into beautiful, durable, light and bright environments that improve the productivity and mood of all who inhabit them. Like all great companies, we strive to be the best. We value integrity, excellence, respect, inclusivity and collaboration. We have great people working together as a Dream Team. With this approach, we are a more fun, productive, flexible, collaborative and successful organization, and would like YOU to be a part of it. Some of the perks of being part of our team are:

• FREE health insurance
• Above market wages
• Incentive Bonus Program
• Annual salary reviews
• Competent, qualified team members and leadership
• Career growth
• Stability [no layoffs in 32 years of business!]
• Inclusive and respectful atmosphere
• Culture built on Trust, Passion, Partnership and Continuous Improvement

Summary

This operating procedure is developed to provide a functional description for the position of Quality Control Chemist.The primary function of the Quality Control Chemist is performing various analytical techniques and advanced lab practices in order to assess the quality of Versatile products under GMP. Perform QC related work including, but not limited to, preparing/performing analysis samples from all phases of a manufacturing or other handling processes and creating/revising SOPs. Provide technical assistance to Sr. Chemist and Supervisor for various issues regarding QC tasks. This position is key in our efforts toward continuous improvement of our processes and products.

Core Competencies

• Technical Capacity
• Troubleshooting
• Communication Skills
• Detail-Oriented
• Computer Literacy
• Adaptability
• Quality Assurance and Control

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct QC testing in all phases of manufacturing including raw material, in-process, bulk, finished goods and stability testing.
• Conduct various analytical testing procedures as per manufacturing/QC SOPs.
• Support design and development of experimental protocols, SOP's, etc., consistent with GMP.
• Execute special projects on analytical and instrument problem solving.
• Prepare and maintain testing records.
• Participate in procedure review and propose modifications and updates.
• Independent preparation of samples, solutions, instrument set-up and breakdown.
• Implementing new solutions for optimizing the production processes in order to improve the efficiency and the cost optimizing.
• Write and revise SOPs that can be leveraged by the Liquids team to produce a consistent product with no quality issues.
• Communicate with the Formulating Chemists on all new products going to production.
• Bring attention to his/her supervisor of all situations that compromise quality.
• Maintain Quality Control Database
• Oversight of manufacturing processes in accordance with current Company SOPs

Supervisory Responsibilities

Currently, this position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Warehouse Manager.

People Contact

Ability to work with other employees, customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Experience with Quality Control and testing
• General understanding of formula raw materials, and the general function of each component.
• Has knowledge and experience with commercial 2-component Epoxy, Urethane, Polyaspartic and other protective coatings technology
• Provide demonstrated ability to perform laboratory work and experiments using best in class practices and standards
• Possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills in order to deal effectively with internal personnel; generate written reports
• Working knowledge of the safe handling and operations of working with hazardous chemicals
• Integrity and Trust: Demonstrated high level of integrity, thoroughness, creativity, flexibility, and initiative.
• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter with a hands-on work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Computer proficiency is required. Must be able to work with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with various inventory and accounting software is preferred
• Must be able to perform work with complete accuracy, especially as it pertains to contracts
• Must have excellent telephone and written communication skills

Education And/Or Experience

Required: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or a closely related field

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location