Chemical Technician II

Overview

Chemical Technician II - Champaign, Illinois

Interested in future career opportunities in the product testing industry? We're looking for a Chemical Technician II to join our growing Nutraceutical
Services laboratory in Champaign Illinois
, that wants to build something great with an incredible group of people. By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better.

Intertek's Food Services protects our client's brands and reputation with a better food supply chain, from the farm to fork. With the food industry increasingly subject to scrutiny, testing to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and to protect public health is a must.

• Plans, performs and completes projects under direct supervision
• Demonstrates proficiency in setting up, adjusting, operating and calibrating laboratory equipment and instruments - may include some of the following, but not limited to the following:
  • Independently performs lab tests to determine physical and chemical characteristics
  • Performs data analysis
  • May begin doing some technical assessment
  • Knowledgeable in use of data acquisition software and instrument operating software (e.g. Turbochrom, Cerity, Win Lab)
  • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, procedures and regulations
• Works under general supervision
• Primary job functions require a certain degree of independence and judgement
• Relies on limited experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

• BA/BS Chemistry, Biology or related scientific degree required
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry
• Knowledge of HPLC operation
• 2+ years of related industry experience in an analytical laboratory
• Knowledge of laboratory safety precautions and protocols for safe handling and the disposal of hazardous agents/reagents, chemicals and materials
• Organization, communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical and business information, both oral and written to others, including co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and vendors
• Intermediate mathematical skills, including algebraic functions, statistics (mean, median, standard deviation, variance, probability), basic geometry (area, volume calculations), and scientific calculators
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to work varied and extended hours/days, as business dictates

The base wage or salary range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00 per hour. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email  or call (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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* Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.