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Chemist, ICP

Santa Fe Springs, California

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Job ID 58298 Functional area Lab & Analytics Full-time/part-time Full Time Experience level Professional

Chemist, ICP

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Chemist, ICP
Permanent 
Pay Range Min.  $45.000,00 
Pay Range Max.  $49.920,00 


Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 16,400 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry. 

Heraeus, the German based technology group is a leading international family-owned company formed in 1851. We create high-quality solutions for our customers by combining material expertise with technological know-how. Our ideas are focused on themes such as environment, energy, health, mobility, and industrial applications. In 2015 Heraeus generated revenues without precious metals of €1.9 bn and a total revenue of €12.9 bn. in more than 100 subsidiaries in 38 countries we offer our worldwide 12,500 employees the freedom to develop and promote their own ideas. We call it: Open Space. For Open Minds.®

The primary responsibility of this position is to be able to troubleshoot problems and develop new methods as needed.  Able to logically track down problems to their root cause.  Resolve personnel issues in a forthright orderly manner.  Determine reasonableness of analytical results with regard to customer, method capability and lot value.  Use independent action to quickly determine need for reassay and correct method. 

Your Role and Responsibilites:

  • Performs precise and well documented analysis in support of analytical testing. 
  • Performs general laboratory methods and tasks according to assigned written procedures. 
  • Checks balance calibration, once per week. 
  • Checks and records airflow on lab hoods. Notifies supervisor if out of specification 
  • Updates supervisor on status of all analyses and needed work 
  • Assures all methods are properly documented according to HMPI QA/QC policies. 
  • Keeps assigned equipment in functional operating condition, cleaned and available. Monitors equipment and supply needs and promptly informs supervisor of action to ensure uninterrupted workflow 
  • Ensures personal and overall laboratory work areas are organized and clean. Performs all necessary housekeeping as directed and required. Leaves workplace in clean and orderly condition at end of shift 
  • Suggests equipment, supply and resource needs for long term viability of the lab. 
  • Understanding of Company Quality Mission and specific laboratory QC/QA protocols. 
  • Understands and can perform all necessary QC/QA and corrective actions. 
  • Understands job safety requirements. 
  • Works under direct supervision of laboratory supervisor or another laboratory employee as assigned by supervisor or manager. 
  • Specific laboratory tasks deemed necessary for proper laboratory function as assigned by laboratory management. 

What is required for this role: 

  • Some laboratory experience preferred 
  • High school diploma, associate college degree, BS in scientific degree (preferred) 

Curious? Apply now!

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.  

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov

Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.


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