A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As an Associate Chemist at MKS | Atotech in the GMF industry, your day will begin with receiving and preparing samples for analysis, followed by conducting chemical testing using techniques such as UV-Vis, FTIR, and HPLC. You will spend the majority of your time in the laboratory or at your workstation, documenting results in digital systems and collaborating with production and quality teams to ensure materials meet required specifications.

As part of your responsibilities, you will be trained and certified to safely operate a forklift, supporting the movement of chemical shipments and supplies throughout the facility. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, providing opportunities to contribute to product quality, process improvements, and overall site operations.

In this role, you will report to the Site Manager.

You Will Make an Impact By:

Perform various laboratory tasks such as preparing chemical solutions, conducting experiments, and operating laboratory equipment safely and efficiently
Collect and analyze experimental data using various techniques and instrumentation. This may involve using software programs to process and interpret results accurately
Maintain detailed records of experiments, procedures, and results in laboratory notebooks or electronic databases. Ensuring that all documentation meets regulatory and quality standards
Assist in quality control procedures to ensure that products meet specifications and regulatory requirements. This may involve conducting tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements related to chemical handling, storage, and disposal
Perform warehouse functions - shipping and receiving chemical products

Skills You Bring:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 1+ yrs of related experience
Familiarity with instrumentation and chemical safety
Must either have hi-lo forklift experience or be willing to learn. This is a mandatory function of position.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office apps

Preferred Skills:

Prior experience with troubleshooting analytical instruments
Experience with SAP and related software
General knowledge of lab tools such as pipettes, burettes, balances and other various labware
Working knowledge of analytical instrumentation such as GC, IC, HPLC, UV/VIS, AAS, ICP

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Perform activities such as sitting, standing, for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
Ability to remain in a stationary position for 60-80% of the time
Must be able to safely operate a forklift (training and certification within 30 days of hire)
Operates in a laboratory/manufacturing environment
Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate
Occasional exposure to chemicals and fumes may occur; adherence to safety guidelines is mandatory

This position is onsite and candidates must be within commutable distance to Sterling, MI. Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

We are interested in a qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States and will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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