DescriptionWere a leading world expert in safety science. That means were at the forefront of the industry combining cuttingedge technology and bold ideas to make a positive impact. Our teams have influenced billions of products plus services software offerings and more. UL Solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and were still leading the way.
Our Canton MA laboratory needs a Laboratory Chemist to help us make the world a safer more secure and sustainable place to live work and play.
Responsibilities- Follows complex defined test plans and datasheets utilizing a single technology.
- Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
- Records and explains test results and completes test report.
- Serves as Lead for test programs as assigned.
- Communicates project status and results as needed.
- Holds responsibility for defining test plan report completion and accuracy meeting of agreed deadlines and managing project related activities.
- Examines complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case.
- Communicates with internal/external customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
- Understands and is able to explain specific test standards and product technology for scope of responsibility.
- Assists lab staff with test setups and instrument operation based on test plans and instructions.
- Trains other lab staff on these test procedures or instrumentation.
- Operates and maintains complex test and support instruments appropriately to measure and test customer samples with the necessary help.
- Performs complex maintenance on designated test instruments and laboratory area.
- May perform calibration of test instruments.
- For a single testing technology integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
- Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new instruments processes and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.
- Assists Senior Laboratory Chemists in the implementation / validation of new test methods and follows safe chemical hygiene practices.
- Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Bachelors degree or diploma from an accredited university through a formal program of study in Chemistry or related discipline including Chemical Engineering Biochemistry Organic/Inorganic Chemistry Material Science but not limited to these disciplines only plus generally four years of directly related work experience or equivalent education and experience.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully partner with Engineering and other Laboratory Personnel to complete projects in a timely manner with high quality.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze special testing needs.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor more junior laboratory staff.
- Highly effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
- Proven ability to be innovative and creative.
- Desire to work in a teamoriented environment. Ability to use Microsoft Office suite is a must.
- Ability to incorporate automation into daytoday testing.
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What youll experience working at UL:
Mission:For UL corporate and social responsibility isnt new. Making the world a safer more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 130 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
People:Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here and youll almost always hear the people. Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. Were able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
Interesting work:Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customerscreate. Were inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live work and play. And as a global company in many roles you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
Grow & Achieve:We learn work and grow together with targeted development reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages including a technical training track for applicable roles.
Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career and the estimatedsalary range for this position is based on multiple factors including jobrelated knowledge/skills experience and geographical location.This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5 of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings 401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide fulltime employees with paid time off including vacation 15 days) holiday including floating holidays 12 days) and sick time off 72 hours).