Quality Assurance Chemist  

Glanbia  

Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey 

The Opportunity 

Your primary responsibilities include maintaining accurate records of incoming raw materials, conducting Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) analysis to ensure quality and compliance, and managing reference standards for validated materials. You’ll collaborate with third-party labs, participate in material testing using various techniques, and communicate with other departments regarding raw materials. Safety is crucial, as you’ll oversee storage, disposal, and safety protocols. Your knowledge of chemistry, experience in an analytical laboratory, and familiarity with chemical safety materials will contribute to the success of our QA laboratories. This position will report to the Lab Supervisor.  

• Maintain a precise record of incoming raw materials in our database system.
• Conduct FTIR analysis on all raw materials to ensure quality and compliance.
• Collect, document, review, and transfer test results from third-party labs to our Raw Materials Testing Sheet Protocol.
• Create and manage reference standards for validated and approved raw materials.
• Participate in raw material testing using FTIR, Vacuum Oven (for LOD), Karl Fisher (for Moisture), and Wet Chemistry.
• Assist in routine FTIR calibration and System Suitability checks.
• Engage in daily communication with upper management and other departments regarding raw materials.
• Ensure safe storage of raw materials and chemicals.
• Oversee proper collection and disposal of waste materials following QA SOP regulations.
• Maintain a safe environment in the QA laboratories by staying up-to-date with safety regulations, checking safety equipment, and leading evacuations during emergencies.
• Keep the current MSDS inventory in the QA laboratories.
• Play an active role in achieving and sustaining the success of our QA laboratories

 The Skills you will bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field
• Experience working in an analytical laboratory
• Knowledge of chemistry laboratory materials
• Knowledge of chemical safety materials

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply!

Where and how you will work  

The opportunity will be based onsite Monday to Friday 6 am – 2 pm in Aurora, Illinois in a temperature-controlled environment with opportunities to promote from within! Starting hourly pay: $21.00/hour.

What we would like to offer you!  

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, and 401K.  

About Glanbia  

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide.  

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.