R D Technician Laboratory Junior Assignment

Chemistry Analyst

Location: Thompson’s Station, TN Pay Rate: $26.50 per hour Shift: Tuesday – Saturday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Dress Code: Business casual

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Chemistry Analyst to join a regional analytical laboratory team. This role focuses on performing chemical and physical analyses to support nutritional testing, product quality, scientific research, and laboratory quality standards.The ideal candidate has hands-on laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to deliver accurate, reliable results within established timelines. This position involves working with specialized analytical instrumentation, preparing and testing samples, maintaining laboratory documentation, and ensuring compliance with established quality management systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform accurate and timely analytical testing of raw ingredients, premixes, pre-blends, developmental products, and finished products.

2. Conduct routine chemical and physical analyses according to documented laboratory methods and procedures.

3. Collect, prepare, process, and test samples, recording observations and analytical results.

4. Operate, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment as needed.

5. Perform sample preparation, cleanup, separation, and assay procedures.

6. Utilize specialized analytical instrumentation to support nutritional testing and product quality evaluations.

7. Maintain complete and accurate documentation of analytical results in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

8. Monitor regional laboratory testing needs and help ensure testing requirements are met.

9. Prepare detailed reports summarizing findings, observations, conclusions, and recommendations.

10. Assist in developing and maintaining laboratory procedures and documentation when appropriate.

11. Follow laboratory quality management systems, including ISO 17025 and applicable internal quality standards.

12. Perform routine equipment maintenance and safety checks while following established laboratory safety procedures.

13. Manage testing resources and timelines to support efficient laboratory operations and timely reporting.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Natural Sciences, Food Sciences, or Pharmaceutical Sciences, with an emphasis in Analytical Chemistry.

2. At least 2 years of experience performing chemical and physical analyses in the food industry or a related field.

3. Advanced education may partially substitute for the required experience.

4. Experience operating laboratory instrumentation and performing analytical testing.

5. Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

6. Ability to follow established procedures, maintain accurate records, and meet testing deadlines.

7. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Laboratory Equipment and Testing Methods

The Chemistry Analyst may work with the following instruments and analytical methods:

1. Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP)

2. Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)

3. LECO protein analyzers

4. Fat extraction equipment

5. Automated titrators

6. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)

7. High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

8. Gas Chromatography (GC)

9. Mass spectrometry

10. Wet chemistry testing methods

Work Environment and Expectations

1. Work in a laboratory environment supporting analytical testing and quality assurance.

2. Follow laboratory safety requirements and applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

3. Maintain compliance with established laboratory procedures and quality standards.

4. Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and operated safely.

5. Collaborate with laboratory team members to support testing priorities and operational needs.

Schedule and Compensation

1. Hourly Pay: $ 26.50

2. Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday

3. Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

4. Location: Thompson’s Station, Tennessee

5. Dress Code: Business casual

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated analytical chemistry professional who takes pride in producing accurate results, maintaining high-quality laboratory documentation, and supporting reliable product testing. Candidates with experience in food science, nutritional analysis, analytical instrumentation, and laboratory quality systems are encouraged to apply.

Pay Details: $26.50 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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