Analytical Chemist

Quaker Houghton is the Industry’s R&D leader in the industrial fluids market with a team of 360+ chemists and 11 Centers of Innovation around the globe focusing on staying ahead in technology advancement and sustainability goals.

About the role

As a Fluid Analysis Chemist, you will perform laboratory testing, prepare and analyse customer samples, manage laboratory data, and contribute to technical problem-solving in a well-equipped analytical laboratory environment.

We offer a 6-month Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of extension to up to 9 months, subject to business needs.

Location: Fully onsite role based at our Manchester laboratory (Trafford Park)

What You Will Do?

• Under close supervision, you will execute and conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis/tests in a laboratory setting for current and/or new products.
• Implement new or improved analytical test methods to enhance capabilities, efficiency, and accuracy (repeatability & reproducibility).
• Carry out prescribed analytical tests and determinations, in order to answer questions and address problems of customers.
• Accurately record, analyse and report laboratory observations and test results.
• Maintain equipment glassware and workspace in order to keep them clean and well-functioning. Properly dispose of all laboratory waste.
• Participate in ensuring good management of laboratory equipment and storage spaces for chemicals and raw materials. Comply with housekeeping rules.
• Provide analytical service and knowledge to internal and external customers based upon the chemists’ current level of expertise.
• Occasionally visit customers when required to assist the Commercial team ( approx. 2 times per year).
• Ensure that all equipment and machines in your area of control are managed with regards to safety, maintenance, calibration, and availability.
• Perform project work in cooperation with a variety of internal and external contacts.

What Are We Looking For:

• Minimum BSc in Chemistry
• Good knowledge of wet chemistry and all aspects of Laboratory health & safety
• Previous laboratory experience (1-3 years) and working knowledge of GLP and COSHH
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Soft skills:

• Safety conscious, safety is at the core of our company values
• Effective communication skills
• Analytical problem solver
• Customer and results driven

What’s in it For You?

• Hands-on training and development from experienced chemists
• Exposure to customer-facing technical activities
• Opportunity to work in a global industry-leading R&D organisation
• Collaborative and supportive laboratory environment
• On-the-job learning and development, and classroom and online training programs through our global, web-based learning platform, Quaker Houghton University
• Attractive Wellbeing, Mental Health, Women Inclusion & D&I programs

Who are we?

We are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40+ countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminum, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.

Our values:

• Live Safe
• Act with integrity
• Exceed Customer Expectations
• Drive Results
• Embrace Diversity
• Do Great Things Together

Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.