Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Job overview
The Chemist role at Helena Industries involves performing chemical tests and quality control to ensure compliance with standards, impacting product quality and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities and impact
The Chemist performs chemical tests, assists in quality control system maintenance, troubleshoots quality issues, communicates with customers, develops assays, maintains lab equipment, and supports quality assurance duties.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers health, dental, and vision insurance starting immediately, a 401(k) plan with company match up to 10%, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, education assistance, and other benefits.
Experience and skills
A Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology is required, with preferred experience in gas chromatograph and HPLC operation and repair; skills include organizational, analytical, computer proficiency, problem-solving, and project management.
Work environment and culture
Helena prioritizes safety with extensive measures in a plant/lab environment, values customer service, and supports diversity including Spanish communication skills.
Company information
Helena Industries, a subsidiary of Helena Agri-Enterprises, is a large U.S. chemical toll manufacturer serving major brands and retailers.
Job location and travel
The job is based in a plant/warehouse/lab environment with exposure to physical and chemical hazards, requiring shift work including weekends.
Unique job features
The role requires working with advanced lab equipment, performing diverse chemical analyses, and offers immediate benefits and a strong safety culture.
Company overview
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading provider of agricultural products and services, specializing in crop protection, fertilizer, seed, and precision agriculture technology. They generate revenue through the sale of these products and by offering agronomic solutions to enhance crop yield and efficiency. Founded in 1957, Helena has a rich history of innovation and growth, becoming a trusted partner for farmers across the United States. Their commitment to sustainability and advanced agricultural practices positions them as a key player in the industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your proficiency with gas chromatograph, HPLC, and any experience with LCMS, emphasizing your ability to perform and troubleshoot chemical tests aligned with Helena Industries' quality standards.
Showcase your organizational skills and experience in quality control systems, audits, and your proactive problem-solving approach to resolving quality issues, which are key responsibilities in the role.
Apply through Helena Agri-Enterprises' corporate careers page as well as LinkedIn and other job boards where the Chemist position is posted to maximize your visibility and chances for consideration.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Helena Agri-Enterprises lab or quality control team members; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company news, asking about their experience working with Helena's quality systems, or inquiring about how they manage rotating shifts and lab safety protocols.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'quality control,' 'gas chromatograph,' 'HPLC,' 'analytical skills,' 'laboratory equipment maintenance,' and 'problem-solving' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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