Senior Analytical Chemist

Are you ready to be part of a team that powers the nation? Join The Doe Run Company.

Based in St. Louis, Missouri, The Doe Run Company is a privately held natural resources company and one of the largest lead producers in the Western Hemisphere. Dedicated to environmentally responsible mineral and metal production, Doe Run has facilities in Missouri, Washington, and Arizona and operates one of the world's largest, single-site lead recycling facilities, located in Boss, MO. Using innovative mining techniques, Doe Run skillfully taps one of the largest lead deposits in the world. As stewards of the mineral resources in our care, we strive to provide premium services and products to people who share our belief in enhancing the quality of life. You may view our sustainability report located at http://sustainability.doerun.com/.

We Offer:

- Competitive base pay plus opportunities for bonus pay.

- Benefits that start day one, including insurance, paid time off, and discount programs.

- Career growth opportunities plus training and education assistance.

The Doe Run Company is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to provide for the needs of Central & BRRD laboratory related to the use of sound laboratory practices and methodologies to generate reliable analytical results that are used to control processes, provide confidence & environmental compliance. This position is located at our Quentin J Schmidt in Viburnum, MO.

Job Responsibilities:

- Evaluate, modify, and develop laboratory methods.

- Leading and initiating projects.

- Identify laboratory problems & develop solutions.

- Oversee the laboratory information management system (LIMS).

- Identify issues with documented procedures, analyze data for accuracy, and provide recommendations to improve QAQC.

- Draft and modify standard operating procedures.

- Complete tasks in a safe and environmentally compliant manner by following EHS (environmental, health, and safety) policies, procedures, and best practices; support and assist peers in working in a safe, compliant manner; report unsafe acts or conditions, incidents, and deviations; and provide feedback to support continuous improvement in EHS performance.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field; Master’s Degree in Chemistry preferred

- 7 years of related experience required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc..), Databases, and ERP (Peoplesoft)

- Strong analytical thinking skills & attention to detail

- Proficient knowledge of quality control standards

- Strong ability to prioritize, multitask, and troubleshoot problems

Environmental Conditions, Physical & Lifting Requirements:

- Frequently required to use a computer. Occasionally required to use a phone. Rarely required to use hand tools (powered and non-powered) and personnel carriers.

- Frequently exposed to extreme heat (non-weather). Occasionally exposed wet, humid conditions (non-weather), outdoor weather conditions, and required to wear personal protective equipment, including but not limited to, a respirator, hearing protection, foot protection and eyewear. Rarely exposed to vibration, extreme cold (non-weather), work near moving mechanical parts, and work at heights greater than 4 feet. Moderate noise exposure.

- Regularly required to hear, feel attributes of objects, grasp, and reach. Frequently required to talk, sit, stand, walk, and perform repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movement. Occasionally required to push and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Rarely required to drive or climb. Requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less, three-dimensional vision, precise hand-eye coordination, and ability to identify and distinguish colors.

- Frequently required to lift up to 5 pounds. Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Rarely required to lift up to 100 pounds.

Doe Run is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

Experience

Required

- 7 year(s): Related experience.

Education

Required

- Bachelors or better in Chemistry or related field

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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