Chemist I - PE&O Westlake Chemical offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT This is an entry level Chemist involved in project work and routine sample testing during and post production. Up to one year of experience is required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Researches, analyzes, synthesizes, and experiments on substances, for such purposes as product and process development and application, quantitative and qualitative analysis, statistical analysis, process troubleshooting and improvement of analytical methodologies. 2. Carries out basic procedures and experiments according to protocol and standard operating procedures in accordance with all quality and regulatory requirements. May utilize new instrumentation and equipment, and develop procedures and methods for solution of technical problems. 3. Safely handles regulated materials, potential biohazard matrices, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures and policies as required by the studies performed. 4. Performs complex data evaluations, reviews the work of others, and writes complex technical reports and standard operating procedures and can make technical presentations. 5. Develops analytical standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and testing. May provide support for applications and perform maintenance on analytical instruments in some locations. 6. Is proficient in the assigned area and can work routine quality control jobs when required to cover staffing vacancies. 7. May also provide direction, training and coaching to Lab Technicians or others in the department. 8. Communicates routinely with supervision, operations, shipping, supply chain and peers to develop good working relationships and provides timely technical information. 9. Actively participates in team efforts and works with a variety of different personalities while successfully accomplishing assigned goals and initiatives. Volunteers for new work assignments. 10. Contributes to the process of problem solving and utilizes logic when faced with difficult situations and seeks advice of others to better understand the big picture. Additional Duties 1. Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description. 2. Comply with all Company policies and procedures. 3. Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams. 4. Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned. 5. Perform duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of others. Promptly report Safety, Health or Environmental issues or incidents to management. QUALIFICATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTS: * A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required. * Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related technical science field degree or Associates degree in laboratory technology, chemistry, science, statistics, environmental, etc. with related work experiences. * Up to one year of experience and requires direct supervision and guidance in technical laboratory areas and productivity. Westlake Chemical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake Chemical employee (or an employee of any Westlake Chemical affiliates), please do not apply here. Please go to your Workday homepage and click on the "Careers" worklet and view "Westlake Career Opportunities".