Job Description

Job Description

The R&D Lab Chemist is responsible for working on various Technical Service and R&D Projects to support our Customers, Principals, Various product lines in our portfolio, and Sales Team in laboratory/office setting, resulting in making Barentz Always a better solution

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Position/Department

• Data management - acquiring, validating, and maintaining data for the lab projects.
• Perform, interpret, and record lab project data.
• Data processing and documentation using common software tools such as Excel, PowerPoint as well as Datacor/Chempax, eChempax, and BRM.
• Generation of various Lab Reports to summarize testing, results & conclusions.
• Ensure safety procedures and housekeeping are maintained to protect yourself, co-workers, and the environment.
• General lab duties including clean-up, maintenance of equipment, track and order chemicals and disposables used in the lab as needed.

Leadership/ Teamwork

• Conduct necessary lab work to provide Technical Support to our Customers, Principals, Sales Team and Product Line Portfolio.
• Communicate with other Lab Technicians throughout the organization to stay up to date on processes, protocols and trends
• Provide additional documentation and supporting information cross-departmentally upon request
• Continuous Improvement/Problem Solving
• Ensure adherence to all applicable facility requirements, certifications and designations
• Contribute to and support continuous improvement of our processes and systems
• Seek opportunities to share best practices with the team, support staff and other divisions

Barentz Culture/Fundamentals

• Support and lead by example, following Barentz’ purpose, strategies, and values
• Act legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz’ culture, values and fundamentals
• Contribute to an environment of trust and mutual respect
• Maintain a strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others
• Maintain a high level of personal responsibility and ownership
• Use effective communication and listening skills
• Foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member feels valued and respect

​Learning and Development

• Seek out and participate in ongoing growth and personal development opportunities
• Embrace and promote Barentz’ learning and development culture

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Duties and responsibilities may be amended at any time per business need

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or other Sciences or equivalent of education and experience (required)

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of previous experience in a laboratory setting (required)

Certifications

• Any industry related certification (i.e., Laboratory Technician, Sales Techniques, Project Management, Regulatory, Quality Management, etc.) (preferred/encouraged)

Position/Product/Industry Requirements

• Experience using industry related technologies and equipment
• Champion a safety-first mindset for yourself and others in the facility

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Self-motivated, high energy, and engaging level of enthusiasm and positive outlook
• Demonstrated organizational, complex problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt communication style to the audience as needed
• Software knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
• Must be able to effectively prioritize work assignments for self and others
• Ability and desire to develop meaningful/productive business relationships

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