Title:  Chemist

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Position Title:

CHEMIST

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

Tests products and raw materials for chemical content and provides technical/chemical information to Company customers, suppliers and staff.  Monitors the repackaging of chemical products for resale; provides quality control for bulk and chemical products; and prepares solutions and reagents as needed. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares chemical solutions and special reagents to specifications for resale.
• Plans, schedules and supervises the activities involved in the repackaging of chemicals into smaller containers and ensures their quality.
• Checks samples and ensures quality control for all bulk chemical shipments to be stored in Company’s bulk storage facilities.
• Requisitions and maintains a supply of containers for repackaging, Company labels on prepared products, and maintains control on chemical inventory used in repackaging process.
• Provides technical knowledge to the Commercial team and customers regarding special chemical products and related matters as needed.
• Conducts experimental work with new chemicals and potential products; makes recommendations to management for adoption.
• Keeps informed of new equipment and developments in the repackaging of chemicals.
• Keeps employees informed of and directs Company’s safety program within assigned area; provides for the maintenance and protection of Company equipment.
• Adheres to company quality processes, as applicable.
• Assists to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner, as applicable
• Prepares and submits reports as directed.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be able to work under Company policies where experience and independent judgment are needed.
• Must have extensive knowledge of chemical products, repackaging process, familiar with State and Federal labeling requirements, and ability to prepare special chemical products.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility.
• Should have own initiative and understanding.
• Must be able to operate and work with laboratory equipment.
• Must be able to work with and secure the cooperation of others.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 

• College degree in Chemistry or equivalent chemical laboratory experience
• One to three years experience in the preparation of chemical products

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

Exposure to some adverse and undesirable environmental conditions.  Some safety risks when doing analysis. May require safety equipment and precautions. Potential exposure to hazardous substances.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK: 

8500 W. 68th Street Bedford Park, IL

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at careers@univarsolutions.com.  

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.