QC Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

The Quality Control Chemist for AMVAC’s Axis manufacturing site supports product quality, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing operations by performing routine and semi-complex analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates and finished products. This role is responsible for executing approved analytical methods, maintaining accurate laboratory documentation, and supporting quality investigations. The QC Chemist works closely with technicians, specialists, and production personnel to ensure testing activities are completed accurately and in accordance with established quality system requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your education in a hands-on, real-time laboratory working with other professionals while you support the daily production efforts to provide quality products on a global basis.

AMVAC, an American Vanguard Corporation is a diversified agricultural and specialty products company focusing on crop protection, turf and ornamental markets, and public health applications. We hone our talent, strategy and seasoned experience to better serve the expanding needs of a modern world.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analytical testing using laboratory techniques such as GC, HPLC, GCMS, pH, density, titration, and other analytical methods
• Prepare samples and reagents according to established laboratory procedures and sampling plans
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and perform routine instrument calibrations
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure instruments are functioning properly
• Record analytical results accurately in laboratory notebooks or electronic systems while maintaining data integrity
• Review results for completeness and accuracy
• Notify supervisory or quality personnel of out-of-specification (OOS) results, unexpected analytical outcomes, or deviations from established test methods
• Support quality investigations by providing analytical data and documentation
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment at all times
• Work with production and manufacturing personnel to ensure sampling plans and testing requirements are met
• Assist with training technicians or new laboratory staff when required
• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to laboratory safety procedures
• Works 12 hour rotating shifts

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic understanding of analytical chemistry techniques and laboratory instrumentation
• Experience operating laboratory analytical instruments such as GC, HPLC, or similar instrumentation
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and complete procedures in a timely manner
• Ability to follow laboratory procedures and quality system requirements
• Familiarity with laboratory documentation practices and quality systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Microsoft Office skills including EXCEL, Word, PowerPoint, TEAMS, SharePoint
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with laboratory and production personnel
• Experience working in a manufacturing or quality control laboratory environment preferred
• Pass background check and pre-employment physical

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific discipline

BENEFITS

American Vanguard values our employees and their families. We offer exceptional benefits and invest in our employees’ future.

• Industry leading Medical (PPO Insurance), Dental, and Vision care with low out-of-pocket costs
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) offered
• Paid Holidays and Vacation and More!

AMVAC, an American Vanguard company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.