Analytical Chemist

Minneapolis, MN - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 65000 - 75000

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Hawkins

Hawkins Inc. is a formulator manufacturer blender distributer and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.

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The Analytical Chemist performs new method development and routine testing for the analytical lab using a variety of analytical techniques including but not limited to LCMS HPLC titrations FTIR ICP-OES and addition to new method development this position will support routine testing for our surface finishing and water treatment segments and non-routine ad-hoc testing as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lab Operations

Conduct routine lab testing on Surface Finishing Group customer samples.
Conduct routine lab testing on Water Treatment Group customer samples.
Generate and maintain lab analysis reports.
Review lab procedures and update as necessary.
May manage hazardous waste disposal and assist with lab supply inventory.

Method Development

Other analytical method development as required.
Perform ad-hoc non-routine analysis including titrations and other wet chemistry techniques.
Assist with method validations.

LCMS Ownership

New method development including but not limited to an Agilent Ultivo LCMS including setup and writing of lab procedures.
Perform instrument maintenance as required.
May interface with internal stakeholders and customers as needed.
Other duties as assigned

ABOUT YOU:

Bachelors degree in chemistry or closely related field required
0-5 years of experience
LCMS experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience with data analysis and problem solving
Detail oriented
Proven experience with presenting data and strong communication skills
Experience with calibration and basic maintenance of lab equipment
Independent and proactive

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

TRAVEL

Occasional travel may be required for training purposes

Expected Compensation: $/year. (DOE) 5% Bonus Eligibility

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits which includes medical dental vision life insurance LTD/STD and more.âOther benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) paid time off and paid holidays.â

For more information on Hawkins benefits visit: 2026-241

All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.

Required Experience:

About HawkinsHawkins Inc. is a formulator manufacturer blender distributer and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended o...