XRDXRF Chemist Corporate Headquarters

XRD/XRF Chemist -- Corporate Headquarters

A full-time position is available in our state-of-the-art environmental laboratory for a chemist to analyze deposit samples from industrial water systems using X-Ray Diffraction X-Ray Fluorescence and FTIR instruments.

Garratt-Callahan () is a National Industrial Water Treatment Chemical Company since 1904. Our headquarters and our national laboratory are located in Burlingame California near the San Francisco Airport.

Our lab has new equipment skylights an atrium secure parking competitive wage normal work hours and full benefits including medical dental vision and are a privately owned profitable company with a family atmosphere and with friendly people. Our 2025 sales were at record levels and our 2026 sales are trending even higher.

The Garratt-Callahan Company Analytical Laboratory is a State of California accredited laboratory that analyzes waters deposits and corrosion coupons for the purpose of corrosion and scale control in industrial water also perform inorganic testing of drinking waters and wastewaters for regulatory purposes.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Perform a variety of tests to analyze deposit and solid samples. The Chemist uses X-ray fluorescence (XRF) X-ray diffraction (XRD) FTIR spectroscopy microscopy photomicrography and other techniques to analyze the samples. Responsibilities also include: resin bead analysis microbiological analyses product formula analyses and R&D support including interfacing with customers product managers and sales employees. The position is also responsible for maintaining the laboratorys wastewater neutralization system.

The position is full time Monday-Friday.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a B.S. degree in chemistry or related field. Must have multiple years of experience in an environmental analytical or research laboratory performing analyses.

Experience with instrumental analyses (XRD XRF FTIR) is preferred.

Must have excellent lab skills and strong computer and math skills.
Must work well in a team environment.

The Salary is $80000 to $110000 depending on experience. Full time with medical dental vision and 401k benefits available.

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is an EEO/AAE employer. Minorities women veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Garratt-Callahan values differing experiences backgrounds and perspectives among our employees and see them as a competitive advantage. Garratt-Callahan is committed to the fair and equal treatment of all associates and applicants.

Garratt-Callahan is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race color national origin religion sex age marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.