What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Chemical Analyst (Thurs - Sun) position at Swedish Match North America LLC?
Swedish Match North America LLC, develops, manufactures, and sells quality products with market leading brands such as ZYN nicotine pouches and other smokeless tobacco products. Our vision is “A world without cigarettes,” and our mission is to provide adult consumers with alternatives that are enjoyable, but have a lower risk than smoking. We are one of the fastest growing consumer-packaged goods (CPG) producers and ZYN is the number one selling nicotine pouch in the US. In order to continually promote and create innovative products that support our vision we are currently seeking a Weekend Chemical Analyst (Thurs-Sun) for the Owensboro, KY facility.
Major Responsibilities:
- Performs analyses utilizing gas chromatography, ultra high pressure chromatography, and ion chromatography.
- Responsible to maintain cleanliness and orderly arrangement of Analytical laboratory.
- Provides support to Sr Analytical Chemist, Analytical Chemist, Sr Chemical Analyst, and Chemical Analyst.
- Responsible for accurate records of assigned projects.
- Knowledgeable in ISO 17025 Standard requirements.
- May be required to work additional/different shifts.
- Provides support to Production, Research and Development, Quality Assurance, and Leaf Operations.
- Knowledgeable of method validation procedures.
- Performs special projects as directed by Chemical Analysis Supervisor/Manager.
- Responsible for sample preparation and extraction as indicated by written SOP.
- Responsible for written SOPs of validated methods and procedures.
- Responsible for routine and non-routine Microbiology testing.
- Ability to review, interpret, and report analytical results using LIMS.
Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Biology, related discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum one year as a Laboratory Technician or comparable position/experience.
Skill/Knowledge: Knowledgeable in chemical laboratory safety and analytical procedures and methodologies. Knowledgeable of Microbiological procedures and equipment. Must be able to prepare concise and accurate reports.
Other: Must be able to work Thursday and Friday (4pm - 1230am), Saturday and Sunday (12pm - 1230am)
Benefits for New Hires:
We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including the following:
- Swedish Match offers competitive salaries
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on date of hire
- Matching 401(k) with profit sharing
- 3 weeks' vacation, 12 paid holidays, 3 personal holidays, and a vacation purchase option
- Paid Bonding Leave; this benefit is in addition to short-term disability benefits, if applicable
- Adoption Assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet
