Huntsman Corporation

Analytical Chemist - ICP-MS

Huntsman Corporation$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.
  • 5+ years of hands-on ICP-MS experience in an industrial lab.
  • Strong proficiency in ICP-MS operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with instrument tuning, calibration, and performance verification.
  • Background in analytical method development and validation.
  • Experience with ultra-trace metals analysis.
  • Familiarity with cleanroom environments and contamination control.
  • Proficient in using SAP or similar systems.
  • Strong knowledge of safety and quality systems in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain ICP-MS instrumentation for metals analysis.
  • Perform daily instrument tuning and routine maintenance.
  • Develop training plans for ICP-MS technicians and monitor performance.
  • Optimize and validate analytical methods for low detection limits.
  • Review analytical data for accuracy and compliance before reporting.
  • Generate timely reports to support production and quality requirements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize urgent samples.

Benefits

  • Support for skill development and training programs.
  • Opportunity to participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Engagement in cross-departmental collaboration.
  • Work in a cleanroom environment with compliance to safety standards.
  • Flexibility in working hours based on production demands.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Analytical Chemist

Huntsman is seeking an Analytical Chemist supporting the Performance Products Division located in Conroe, Texas. This position will report to the Quality Manager.

Job Scope

The Analytical Chemist is responsible for supporting production and quality operations through the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of ICP-MS instrumentation for ultra-trace metals analysis. This role ensures the delivery of accurate analytical results, supports high-throughput laboratory operations, maintains compliance with quality and safety requirements, and collaborates cross-functionally to meet manufacturing timelines. The position also provides technical leadership for technician training, method development, and continuous improvement initiatives within cleanroom and laboratory environments.

In summary, as the Analytical Chemist, you will:
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ICP-MS instrumentation for ultra-trace metals analysis.
  • Perform daily instrument tuning, calibration, performance verification, and routine maintenance.
  • Develop training plans for ICP-MS technicians, implement training programs, and monitor technician performance.
  • Develop, optimize, validate, and execute analytical methods with low detection limits.
  • Review analytical data for accuracy, trends, and compliance prior to reporting.
  • Generate accurate and timely reports to support production and quality requirements.
  • Work within cleanroom environments while adhering to contamination control, GMP, and safety procedures.
  • Support rapid sample throughput while maintaining high analytical quality standards.
  • Investigate analytical deviations, instrument issues, and out-of-specification results.
  • Prepare standards, reagents, calibration solutions, and perform sample digestions as required.
  • Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, R&D, and Quality Management teams to prioritize urgent samples and support manufacturing timelines.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and system records, including SAP.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on analytical efficiency, reliability, and turnaround times.


Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on ICP-MS experience in an industrial or production laboratory environment.
  • Strong proficiency in ICP-MS operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with daily instrument tuning, calibration, and performance verification.
  • Experience in analytical method development and validation.
  • Hands-on experience with ultra-trace metals analysis and low detection limit methodologies.
  • Experience working in cleanroom environments and following contamination control procedures.
  • Experience using SAP or similar enterprise systems.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory safety, documentation, and quality systems.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment while managing multiple priorities.


Skills and Knowledge
  • Strong analytical troubleshooting skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong sense of urgency and accountability.
  • Excellent teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to adapt and perform under pressure.
  • Strong ownership mentality with a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Ability to prioritize work and manage high-throughput sample workflows.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Experience in the semiconductor industry or high-purity chemical manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with GMP, ISO, or semiconductor quality standards.
  • Experience supporting 24/7 manufacturing or production operations.
  • Knowledge of sample preparation techniques for trace metals analysis.


Working Environment
  • Laboratory and cleanroom environment.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times.
  • Compliance with contamination control procedures is required.
  • May require flexible working hours or shift support based on production demands.
  • Frequent interaction with laboratory equipment, chemicals, and analytical instrumentation in accordance with established safety procedures.


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About Huntsman Corporation

Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals with 2013 revenues of over $11 billion. Their chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. They operate more than 80 manufacturing and R&D facilities in 30 countries and employ approximately 12,000 associates within their 5 distinct business divisions.

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Learn more about Huntsman Corporation
Size
9,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1 billion
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
Revenue
$6 billion
NASDAQ

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