Job Description

EMS-Chemie engages in the manufacture and distribution of polymers and other chemicals. Our Polyamides (Business Unit EMS-GRIVORY) are used in applications in the market segments of automotive, industrial and consumer goods, electronics, healthcare, optics and packaging...products you are using in everyday life.

We are expanding our quality assurance team in Sumter SC and are looking for a recent graduate with a degree in chemistry and a desire to develop their skill set, learn more about plastics manufacturing and advance in their professional career.

We offer a competitive starting salary, relocation assistance, an outstanding benefits package as well as a team motivated to helping you grow.

Position Summary:

• The primary responsibility of the Quality Assurance (QA) Chemist is to ensure products meet or exceed customer requirements.

• General duties include the monitoring of quality assurance systems including instrumentation calibration, maintenance, cross-checks, methods, procedures, raw materials, and training.

• Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 17025 quality system requirements.

• Supports Production, QA/MT, and Customer Service departments by providing accurate testing results in a timely manner.

• Appropriately manages all aspects of the Quality Assurance lab including sample flow, material release, off spec handling, supply stock and equipment maintenance.

• Identify improvement opportunities.

• Following and ensuring strict safety procedures.

• Maintain clean and organized work area.

What you will be doing:

• Testing and approval of manufactured products and factored products in line with the quality assurance objectives for the company.

• Sampling, testing, and release of incoming raw materials.

• Uphold and follow Quality Policies in order to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 certification and ISO 17025 accreditation.

• Maintain laboratory equipment to include assurance that instruments are calibrated according to external and internal requirements.

• Maintain sample stockrooms, laboratory supplies, tools, and other resources to assist in completing tasks.

• Assist in preparing reports and test certificates.

• Provide technical problem solving support; support QA compliance and facilitate the release of First-Quality products.

• Communicate with various departments and salespersons as needed on projects.

• Revising and/or establishing laboratory instructions.

• Following and ensuring strict safety procedures.

• Maintain clean and organized work area.

• Supports QA/MT, AD/TS, and Sales departments with testing, projects, and other requests.

• Keeping up-to-date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.

• Provide proposals and/or credit requests to promote continuous improvements

• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Educational & Professional Background

• Bachelors degree required in Chemistry, or related field.

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