Chemistry Analyst

Chemistry Analyst

Shift: Tuesday - Saturday - 8:30am - 5pm

Laboratory Chemistry work is focused on chemical analyses in support of scientific research or quality testing including:

• Planning, designing, and conducting laboratory experiments to test the chemical specifications of various substances, materials, and products to inform scientific research

• Estimating the resources and time required to conduct an experiment and monitoring performance to ensure these targets are met

• Collecting, preparing, and testing samples and recording observations

• Preparing detailed reports with recommendations, applications, and conclusions

• Performing routine maintenance and safety checks on laboratory equipment to ensure it and high-risk chemical ingredients (HRCI) at the Quality Innovation Center (TNT). This position is responsible for timely results and is a crucial member of the Regional Analytical Laboratory team and reports directly to the Regional Laboratory Manager.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or natural or food sciences/pharmaceutical with emphasis in Analytical chemistry

• 2 + years' of experience with chemical and physical analyses in food or related industries (advanced education may partially substitute for required experience).

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Deliver true, accurate results in a timely manner for analytical testing.

• Carrying out routine analysis accurately while following documented methods.

• Monitors regional laboratory needs on regular basis.

• Operate, manage & maintain laboratory instrumentation

• Maintains documentation of analytical results in ELN (Electronic Notebook) and/or the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

• When appropriate, help to write/create documents for, and always follow laboratory quality management systems ISO 17025 and Mars Global Laboratory Quality Management System.

• Use technical knowledge and expertise in the application of specialized analytical instrumentation to support Nutritional testing for pre-mix, pre-blends, mixer studies, raw ingredients, developmental products, and finished product analysis.

• Specific instrumentation that will be used includes, but is not limited to, ICP, ICP MS, Leco Protein Analyzers, Fat Extractors, Auto Titrators, TGA, HPLC, GC, Mass Spec, Wet Chemistry tests.

• Perform sample preparation, clean-up, separation, and assay.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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