Quality Control Chemist

About Zep Inc.

Zep Inc. is a leading manufacturer of cleaning solutions for businesses and consumers with operations across the U.S, Canada, and Europe. Our purpose is to make the planet cleaner, safer, and more productive. To fulfill our purpose, we focus on understanding and solving cleaning needs for consumers, as well as business customers across a variety of segments including transportation, industrial, institutional, and food & beverage. We also have a strong presence in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) segment, where we develop products to help consumers and businesses maintain a clean and safe environment. Our products can be found online and at retail shelves at outlets like Home Depot, Amazon, Lowe's, Ace Hardware, Grainger, HD Supply, Walmart, and many others. We market our products under well recognized and established brand names, such as Zep, Enforcer, Misty, TimeMist, TimeWick, and Country Vet. Zep was founded in 1937 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. In 2021, Zep became the official cleaning partner of Atlanta United FC.

Job Description:

Requirements

• Bachlor of Science degree in chemistry or related science field.
• Familiarity with classic wet chemistry and instrumental techniques (HPLC, GC, FTIR, Karl-Fischer, Auto titrators, Flashpoint testers, Viscometers, colorimeter, Moisture analyzer)
• Experience with computers and spreadsheets
• Ability to interact well with supervisor and associates
• Strong verbal/written communication and mathematic skills.
• Minimum 1 year experience working in lab environment
• Available to work weekends as needed to meet production demands
• Knowledge of SAP ERP system is preferred

Responsibilities

• Sampling and analysis of raw materials, formulations and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Records the raw data/results from testing.
• Provide formula troubleshooting for non-conforming batches to assign disposition.
• Maintain orderliness of QC laboratory, and washing glassware as needed.
• Preparation of reagents/solutions needed to complete lab analysis.
• Reports any lab instrument malfunctions to lab manager.
• Prepares and files all quality control documents.
• Complete inventory transactions for compounding work orders in SAP as it relates to delivery, confirmation and quarantine of non-conforming formulations.
• Prepares samples for shipment to outside testing lab.
• Reviews testing to prepare product release of certain products.
• Conducts routine Lab equipment calibration.
• Manage sample retain program
• Proper disposal of expired raw materials and formulas. Disposes of waste chemicals appropriately.
• Monitors chemicals/reagents/solutions for expiration date and replaces accordingly.
• Assist in the inventory of supplies and upkeep of lab and equipment.
• Participate in company safety and other training programs.
• Overtime may be required to meet production demands.
• Assist with special projects designated by manager.

Our Values

At Zep, we have developed a set of values focused on bringing even greater cohesion to our workplace. As part of this plan, we introduced a values framework called S.P.E.E.D. to align with our purpose of making the planet cleaner, safer, and more productive.

• Stewardship: We continuously improve the safety of our people and products, and we protect the planet by innovating solutions to reduce our environmental impact.

• Passion for Problem Solving: We listen to our customers and actively work to find solutions for unique situations. We think creatively to innovate and seize opportunities that will drive growth and make all our customers' and consumers' lives better.

• Empowerment: We encourage and lead our people to be accountable by equipping them to make decisions and own the outcome

• Expertise: We create innovative solutions and partnerships that are relevant to service our communities and customers.

• Doing the Right Thing: We expect our people to understand ethical boundaries and be inclusive of other backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Demonstrating honesty, respect and integrity in all actions is always expected.

Zep Inc. is an organization that is committed to diversity within its workforce and encourages all interested candidates, including women, minorities, & former military personnel to apply. It is the policy of Zep Inc. that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.

As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Zep Inc. provides full employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, ancestry, or veteran status or any other distinction outlined in all applicable federal, state, and local laws.