Element Materials

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Lab Chemist who will be primarily responsible for performing regeneration of water treatment to provide sufficient boiler water make up.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in operating equipment like spectrophotometer and ICP-MS &TOC
• The candidate must be able to handle and operate various wet lab instruments especially Discrete analyzer, pH / EC / TDS meters, ovens, COD, BOD, HACH Spectrophotometer etc
• Able to perform method validation and verification using instruments like ICP-MS &TOC
• Perform onsite physical parameters as per client requirements
• Supporting other Chemists during analysis
• Compile the analytical data for review and maintain CRM stock
• Prepare the reagents, standard solution and ensure standardization of the solution used before the titration
• Handling and storage of all chemicals as per the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
• Managing the calibration of glassware and the instruments
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of samples as per standard methods APHA, Inhouse &US-EPA
• Perform analysis of water, wastewater, sea water, Effluent water
• Maintaining ISO 17025 daily record updates
• Coordinating with the other technicians in the team to carry out work as per the planning schedule
• Manual handling of samples
• General maintenance, cleaning and checking of equipment
• Adherence to quality and safety of Element policy
• Interaction with clients during witness testing
• Ensuring compliance to all Element Material Technology quality standards
• Handle and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and implement corrective and preventive measures
• Contribute to the training and supervision of technicians within the department
• Follow all safety requirements, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
• Support other aspects of instrumental organic analytical testing
• Manage assigned duties efficiently to meet the company’s Turnaround Time (TAT) requirements for reporting
• Demonstrates expertise in the analysis of data, from the qualitative to the rigorously statistical, strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Reporting to the Laboratory Manager to support the laboratory’s organic chemistry businesses
• Adhering to the company's Health & Safety and Quality standards and laboratory Practices are mandatory

Skills / Qualifications

• Typical educational requirements are B.Sc and/or M.Sc. in Chemistry
• 3+ years’ hands one experience s for the analysis of Potable Water ,effluent water and waters
• Handlining of equipment trouble shooting
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques demonstrated through a combination of industry and academic performance
• Should be proficient in ISO-17025:2017 laboratory quality management system
• Self-motivated team player with excellent organizational and communication skills with an ability to work under pressure
• Must be a flexible, adaptable, self-driven team player with a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be fluent in both oral and written English
• Strong analytical, technical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software (LIMS)
• Proficiency in spectrophometric techniques, specifically ICP-MS and other wet lab instruments
• Strong background and comprehensive understanding of APHA and US-EPA procedures, specifically for wastewater and marine samples analysis
• Experience with commercial testing laboratories is highly advantageous
• Capable of working independently under minimal supervision

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At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.