Scientist II, Analytical Chemistry (SG)

Job Title:

Scientist II, Analytical Chemistry (SG)

Job Description:

Position Summary: Scientist II, Analytical Chemistry (SG)_JangAn

Entegris is seeking a Scientist II, Analytical Chemistry (SG) with in-depth knowledge of analytical chemistry and techniques applied to the characterization of complex gases and materials. This knowledge is required to troubleshoot, develop, and optimize analytical methods for routine and non-routine QC analysis to support the Manufacturing and Engineering Teams. Due to the complex nature of the materials, this opportunity allows the right person to expand upon their technical skill set and participate on a dynamic team in a growing organization.

The ideal candidate will be results and detail oriented, strive to be an excellent team player, and be able to apply their solid knowledge of materials, analytical chemistry, and good lab practices to support the Danbury manufacturing team.

This position is for first shift: generally, 9 am – 6 pm Monday through Friday, limited weekend and/or holiday coverage may be required based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and conduct chemical and/or physical analyses as defined by existing work instructions on routine and non-routine samples using analytical instruments including: ICP-MS, GC-MS, GC-DID, GC-PHID, FT-IR, CRDS, RGA, Gas cabinet and manifold.

Document, process, transfer, and review analytical data to ensure completion, conformity, traceability, and validity to support production and other internal/external customer needs; take corrective action when necessary.

Follow and improve safety guidelines and maintain a clean and orderly environment (5S Guidelines). Follow all safe gas handling processes.

Prepare Job Safety Analysis, and Process Hazard Assessments when necessary

Maintain instrumentation, tools, chemicals, and consumables required for product testing purposes

Effectively troubleshoot instruments and resolve any hardware or software issues

Run MSA studies for detection limits, accuracy, precision and stability for analytical methods

Design, set up, and execute experiments - analyze data and communicate results to the team

Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and applying it to monitor processes and take corrective action when required.

Support lab practices per relevant Quality standards, ISO 17025 and 9001 requirements

Lead projects and efforts to foster continuous improvement of new or existing testing methods and practices

Compile and present data and other relevant information for continuous improvement, method development/validation, and other projects

Work on cross-functional teams as the analytical subject matter expert

Train other personnel to analyze samples or perform other laboratory tasks

Traits that will make a strong candidate:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Analytical Chemistry or relevant area of study is required

3+ years of experience in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical instrumentation (ICP-MS, GC-MS, GC-DID, GC-PHID, IR, CRDS, RGA)

Experience with safe handling of gas cylinders and operation of gas manifolds preferred.

Individual needs to be focused and detail oriented to ensure quality results

Knowledge of Laboratory and Data applications such as LabWare, SampleManager, Minitab, JMP etc, in addition to common MS office application strongly preferred.

Knowledge and demonstration of proper safe handling/disposal of chemicals and ability to maintain a clean and safe workspace

Team player attitude with a desire for excellence and continuous improvement

Flexible - ability to rapidly respond to new situations and perform multiple tasks

Self-starter, comfortable working independently

Strong dexterity, good eye-hand coordination, and ability to safely perform routine repetitive motions

Advanced mechanical inclination and experience operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment

Good communication skills both in writing and verbal to explain process issues, resolutions and requirements to other team members and leadership in our global plants.

Your Success Will Be Measured By:

Level of contribution to achieve departmental safety, quality, operational, and finance goals

Proficiency in reviewing and evaluating data to ensure minimal variability and increased robustness, identifying trends or underlying issues

Using proper controls for analytical instrumentation, validating, and verifying data and taking corrective action when necessary

Proficiency level to identify and resolve instrument or process issues independently with innovative and comprehensive solutions

Supporting quality initiatives as they relate to the customer, corporate objectives, quality, process improvement and new business goals and objectives

Ability to learn and become proficient at related skills or several analytical techniques

Strong ability to complete lab work safely, correctly, efficiently, and independently

Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects in parallel

Ability to conduct projects independently and with cross-functional global teams

Ability to communicate timely and effectively to all levels of the organization.

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