Analytical Chemist - TSL

Job Description

Analytical Chemist – TSL

For over 80 years, LECO has been a leader in the development and production of world class laboratory instruments delivering state of the art products nationwide and across the globe. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, LECO continues to be a family-owned company that understands the value of shared interests, long-term stability, loyalty, and trust.

Schedule:

Full Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday

Position Summary:

Analytical chemist performing analysis on a wide variety of samples using LECO instrumentation. Chemist will also provide support to existing customers as well as to the LECO sales team working with new and prospective customers.

Position Responsibilities:

The responsibilities and authority of this position may vary, as functions are delegated by the Laboratory Direction. The specific duties include:

Log, print, and file sales and customer service reports as required

Review reports for compliance with department requirements

Data entry and effective input to the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Follow company procedures; recommend solutions to quality problems through supervisor

Operate, calibrate, and maintain a variety of analytical instruments as needed

Develop and write Application Notes for LECO instruments

Compile and review analytical data

Develop analytical procedures and documents

Prepare detailed sample analysis reports

Perform quality control analysis as needed

Analyze a variety of sample materials for various elements following the procedures outlined in the department manual as required

Present scientific work to a broad audience in a variety of formats including webinars and scientific conferences/meetings

Assist customers with application related questions and basic troubleshooting

Evaluate new LECO products and provide feedback to Research & Development

Maintain a laboratory notebook

Provide hands on training to new employees and the LECO sales team

Position Requirements:

Ability to work with a variety of software programs including MS Office, LECO Instrumentation software and the LIMS system

Willingness to work in a team environment and multitask various job responsibilities

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education/Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

EOE M/F/VET/Disability

Full-time