Description

Technical Services Chemist

The Technical Services Chemist is a Technical Services Laboratory position that reports to the Thatcher Company Technical Services Laboratory Manager. This position is responsible for performing routine analytical chemistry testing of manufacturing components and finished products in the Thatcher Company Technical Services Laboratory to support the Industrial Division of Thatcher Company. This position is located in Sacramento CA.

· Major Accountabilities

· Perform routine analytical testing (SOP-based) on batches of finished products and manufacturing components.

· Prepare written summaries of batch testing results.

· Provide technical support during the development of new testing methods and procedures.

· Assist manufacturing staff with production issues through batch testing and lab batch preparation.

· Prepare written QA documents such as Certificates of Analysis or Certificates of Compliance.

· Perform routine calibration of laboratory equipment.

· Perform routine preparation and certification of standardized reagents.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

· Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

· BS Chemistry positions available. Specialization in Analytical chemistry preferred. Experience-based knowledge of chemical principles, chemical manufacturing processes, and chemical plant operations are a plus.

· Demonstrated communication, organizational and analytical skills.

· Ability to perform routine chemistry calculations.

· Proficient with MS Office Applications

Why Thatcher is right for you

• Competitive salary
• The founder of our company set up a defined contribution Profit Sharing Retirement Plan to reward the efforts and loyalty of all our employees. It is fully funded by the company and no employee contribution or match is an element of the plan. The plan allows for a yearly contribution of up to 25% of an employee’s salary. The results of company operations are reviewed every year to determine the contribution amount for each employee. 2022 marked the 49th consecutive year of maximum funding. 
•  Additional benefits including health, dental, Company paid life insurance, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays and 50% additional education reimbursement.
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Excellent career opportunities with a growing company
• A great work environment where your contribution can be recognized, and you can reach your full potential.

It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. As an affirmative action employer under E.O. 11246, we invite all applicants to identify themselves.

THATCHER GROUP, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER