Job DescriptionJob Description

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Contribute to upkeep of lab equipment and materials. Create and effectively manage documentation related to research and perform lab-based chemical tests. In this role, you will utilize experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

·        Conduct testing on raw material, in-process and finished materials using analytical instrumentation and wet chemistry methodology

·        Maintain and make general repairs to quality equipment and instrumentation

·        Assist the EHS team with waste manifest and other required documentation for waste shipments

·        Lab scale polymerizations

·        Perform routine and non-routine sample analysis

·        Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs

·        Maintain the quality system as established by the Quality System Manual, audit the quality system for effectiveness

·        Maintain a safe and clean work space by following Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs and procedures and to ensure compliance with regulations.

·        Other duties as required

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

·        High school diploma / GED

·        Minimum of 1 year experience in a Quality control lab and/or minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment.

·        Ability and willingness to work a rotating schedule

 

Desired Qualifications:

·        Associate’s degree in Chemistry or Environmental Health with laboratory experience

·        Working knowledge of SAP

·        Experience working with lab equipment such as Gas Chromatograph, HPLC, FTIR and Atomic Absorption

·        Knowledge of wet chemistry methodology including automated titrations, Brookfield viscosities, solid analysis and reagent and standard preparations.

·        Knowledge of waste management regulations and guidelines

·        Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn general repair and maintenance of QC equipment

·        HAZMAT, RCRA and DOT training

·        Ability to handle diverse activities simultaneously

·        Knowledge of ISO standards, quality procedures and audit techniques

·        Knowledge of Quality Control concepts and their application

·        Strong oral and written communication skills

·        Self-starter, team player

 

·        Strong math and computer skills.

Company DescriptionAt Cogent, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of our expertise to set new industry standards. Through continuous refinement of our processes and broadening our services to meet evolving needs across industries, we provide effective, future-forward and comprehensive solutions.Company DescriptionAt Cogent, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of our expertise to set new industry standards. Through continuous refinement of our processes and broadening our services to meet evolving needs across industries, we provide effective, future-forward and comprehensive solutions.

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