Analytical Chemist

About Hawkins

Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributer, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.

Learn more about us at https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/

ABOUT THE JOB

The Analytical Chemist performs new method development and routine testing for the analytical lab using a variety of analytical techniques, including but not limited to LCMS, HPLC, titrations, FTIR, ICP-OES, and IC. In addition to new method development, this position will support routine testing for our surface finishing and water treatment segments and non-routine ad-hoc testing as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lab Operations

• Conduct routine lab testing on Surface Finishing Group customer samples.
• Conduct routine lab testing on Water Treatment Group customer samples.
• Generate and maintain lab analysis reports.
• Review lab procedures and update as necessary.
• May manage hazardous waste disposal and assist with lab supply inventory.

Method Development

• Other analytical method development as required.
• Perform ad-hoc, non-routine analysis, including titrations and other wet chemistry techniques.
• Assist with method validations.

LCMS Ownership

• New method development, including but not limited to an Agilent Ultivo LCMS, including setup and writing of lab procedures.
• Perform instrument maintenance as required.
• May interface with internal stakeholders and customers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

ABOUT YOU:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or closely related field required
• 0-5 years of experience
• LCMS experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience with data analysis and problem solving
• Detail oriented
• Proven experience with presenting data and strong communication skills
• Experience with calibration and basic maintenance of lab equipment
• Independent and proactive

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

TRAVEL

Occasional travel may be required for training purposes

Expected Compensation: $65,000-75,000/year. (DOE) + 5% Bonus Eligibility

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.