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Nestlé

Analytical Chemist (Organic)

21h

Nestlé

St. Louis, US · Full-time · $56,000 – $96,000

About this role

Quality Assurance and Nestlé Purina Analytical Laboratories department is comprised of talented individuals who possess a genuine love for pets and their families. We thrive on being at the forefront of research, contributing to innovation and advancements in pet nutrition and quality. Ensuring safe ingredients and sustainable practices invigorates our extensive research and development efforts.

As an Analytical Chemist, execute and interpret complex procedures and protocols within a project or goal. Be a self-starter who takes initiative, works independently, and collaborates within Nestlé Purina Analytics Laboratories. Learn method development, make process improvements, draft standard operating procedures, and mentor team members.

Prepare and interpret reports of complex experiments while following established methods to deliver timely results. Perform analytical equipment validation, routine calibration, and preventive maintenance at required intervals. Assist in development and validation of analytical methods in support of projects and aid in experiments.

Join a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness, proudly connected and purely driven. Bring your impact to ensure delivery of safe ingredients to factories and beyond. The environment includes exposure to Top 14 Allergens.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field
  • 3+ years of analytical lab or industry experience
  • Analytical instrumentation experience
  • Troubleshooting of assay and equipment issues
  • 2+ years of experience with chromatography and/or mass spectrometry (HPLC, GC, GCMS, LCMS, etc.)
  • 1+ years of experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory preferred

Responsibilities

  • Execute and interpret complex procedures and protocols within a project or goal
  • Prepare and interpret reports of complex experiments
  • Follow established methods and procedures to deliver timely results
  • Perform analytical equipment validation and ensure routine calibration and preventive maintenance
  • Assist in development and validation of analytical methods in support of projects
  • Aid in experiments and project assignments
  • Make process improvements and draft standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Mentor other team members

Benefits

  • Performance-based incentives
  • 401k with Company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Broad range of other benefits