QC Chemist - I - 3rd shift

Are You Ready to Embark on a Career Where Innovation Meets Excellence?

At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing—delivering high‑quality, high‑purity products that make a meaningful impact across global industries.

If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values innovation, integrity, and people, this could be the perfect role for you.

Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical Company is a global leader in the manufacture of high‑purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical, and specialty markets. For more than 35 years, expansion, capability growth, and investment in our people, laboratories, and production equipment have been core to our culture.

👉 Learn more at www.jostchemical.com

Position Summary

The Quality Control Chemist I works under the general direction of the Quality Control Manager in a cGMP‑regulated manufacturing environment operating under ICH Q7A standards. This role exercises a considerable degree of independence while performing a wide range of analytical and microbiological testing and contributes directly to product quality, process improvement, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing on cGMP‑regulated products using wet chemistry techniques and laboratory instrumentation in accordance with compendial methods (USP/NF, EP, FCC, JP, etc.).
• Perform microbiological testing on cGMP‑regulated products using compendial methods.
• Conduct routine and non‑routine testing using basic and advanced laboratory instrumentation while adhering to strict calibration and preventive maintenance programs.
• Interpret analytical data and support chemical operators and chemical engineers in applying results to manufacturing processes.
• Maintain data integrity in both written and electronic systems.
• Prepare laboratory test solutions and perform volumetric solution standardizations.
• Write research methods, results, and conclusions for internal reporting and potential publication; may present findings at professional conferences.
• Review scientific literature and method papers to support current or future research initiatives.
• Support process validation, root cause analysis, non‑conformance investigations, and statistical data trending.
• Provide production support, data mining, and problem‑solving tool application.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
• Assist with laboratory supply, reagent, and instrument inventory and ordering.
• Instruct or train other personnel in specific quality control laboratory techniques.
• Actively support and enhance site safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related technical field that includes laboratory instrumentation, or equivalent industry experience.
• 0–2 years of professional‑level chemist experience.

Knowledge Of

• Instrumental and wet chemistry principles and methods
• Method development and method validation
• Mathematics and statistics
• Basic analytical laboratory equipment
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities effectively
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to:
  • Follow compendial and internal test methods
  • Design and manage laboratory projects
  • Accurately identify, record, and analyze data
  • Maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards
  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
  • Lead and/or train others as assigned
  • Develop creative solutions to technical and procedural challenges

Our Offer

At Jost Chemical, we believe in taking care of our people.

• Shift Differential (where applicable)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Effective first of the month following 60 days
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with safe‑harbor contribution and discretionary match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – eligible first day of employment
• 9 Company‑Paid Holidays (72 hours annually)
• Uniforms provided
• Annual foot protection allowance (lab, maintenance, and production roles)
• 24‑hour access to free, on‑site fitness center
• Individual development, on‑the‑job training, and career advancement programs designed to support your professional growth

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jost Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider all applicants and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.