Laboratory Chemist

Job description

An opportunity has arisen within our Alloy Laboratory department at our Exeter site for a Laboratory Chemist. This role operates on a 3-shift rotation, and reports to the Laboratory Supervisor. Your main responsibilities will include;: - Calibrate and setup both new and existing instruments. - Maintain optimal performance of instrumentation. - Write, review and oversight of analytical methods, - Train lab technicians. - Provide technical support to manufacturing facilities. - Participate in improvement projects. - Maintain lab systems to ISO17 standards and be able to interpret and apply ISO guidelines to lab processes. Essential: - BS degree in chemistry or science or equivalent experience Desirable: - Strong math and computer skills. - General understanding of XRF, Spark Emission and Mass Spectrometry analytical methods with background in analysis of metals (iron, nickel, and cobalt alloys) and ceramics is preferred. - Capable of lab team leadership. - Understanding of NADCAP and ISO17025 Quality Systems. - 3-5 years analytical inorganic chemistry experience.