QC Shift Chemist

Contract Type: Regular  

 

Who we are
 

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.  
 

Job Highlights

 

The Shift Chemist is responsible for the chemical analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, finished product and wastewater. Responsibilities also include reagent preparation and laboratory equipment maintenance and verification. This position contributes to the timely release of finished goods, the reduction of non-prime product, and monitoring of the site’s wastewater facilities. Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Reagent preparations
• Incoming raw material analysis and release
• In-process product testing
• Finished product testing
• Laboratory equipment maintenance and verification
• Wastewater testing
• Attendance and completion of required training and participation in safety meetings

Requirements

 

• **Important Note** This position works a 24/7 rotating shift schedule which consists of two 12-hour day shifts, two 12-hour night shifts, followed by four days off. This includes weekends and holidays. Additionally, employees must be willing to work overtime as needed. 
• Prior experience handling chemicals, following procedures at laboratory scale, and conducting instrumental analysis such as gas chromatography, FTIR, and spectrometry a plus
• Bachelor of Science degree in relevant program (chemistry, biology) or Associate's degree plus applicable work experience
• Prior experience working in a quality lab environment is preferred
• Applicants must be able to work unsupervised
• Knowledge of ISO standards and quality control is advantageous. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

 

 

What we offer you

 

• Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. In accordance with Washington state requirements, the minimum pay for this position is $33.46 per hour. 
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing. These benefits include: 
  - Health care - Medical, Dental, Vision
  - Health Spending Account (HSA) with High Deductible PPO XD
  - Employee Life Insurance - Basic, Supplemental Life and AD&D
  - Dependent Life Insurance and AD&D
  - Disability Coverage - Short-Term and Long-Term
  - Flexible Spending Accounts - Health Care and Dependent Care
  - NortonLifeLock device security, online privacy, and identity theft protection
  - Aflac Benefits
  - Legal Assistance Program
  - Retirement Benefits - Defined Contribution 401(k) Plan with Employer Retirement Contribution and Employer Match
• Work-Life, Time Off & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate. Washington employees who are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement accrue a minimum of 80 hours of vacation per year; have 10 paid holidays; and accrue 64 hours of Sick/Personal time per year. Employees who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement earn time off in accordance with the provisions of the agreement.
• Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or at