Quality Assurance Chemist

**Job Description**: **Analytical Quality Chemist** Huntsman is seeking an **Analytical Quality Chemist** supporting the **Performance Products Division** located in **Conroe, Texas**. This position will report to the **Quality Manager**. ## ## **Job Scope** The Analytical Quality Chemist is responsible for supporting the Conroe manufacturing site through quality systems leadership, analytical chemistry expertise, laboratory operations, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role serves as a subject matter expert for quality management systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and other regulatory requirements while supporting manufacturing operations through laboratory testing, root cause investigations, risk management activities, and SAP Quality Management (QM) optimization. The position works cross-functionally with Operations, Technical, Quality, and R&D teams to maintain product quality, laboratory excellence, and regulatory compliance. ## ## In summary, as the Analytical Quality Chemist, you will: - Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for quality systems, procedures, and compliance requirements. - Support and maintain the site's Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 standards. - Facilitate management reviews, internal audits, external ISO audits, and customer audits. - Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, Control Plans, and quality documentation. - Lead quality investigations utilizing root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, CAPA, and 8D processes. - Monitor site quality KPIs and trends and present data-driven recommendations to site leadership. - Verify calibration, maintenance, and performance of wet chemistry and analytical laboratory instrumentation. - Troubleshoot analytical methods, instrumentation issues, and out-of-specification laboratory results. - Ensure laboratory testing activities comply with approved methods, procedures, and quality requirements. - Maintain laboratory records and support data integrity within SAP and laboratory systems. - Evaluate and help implement new laboratory technologies, automation tools, and testing methodologies to improve efficiency and accuracy. - Manage and optimize SAP Quality Management (QM) processes, including quality planning, traceability, and New Product Introduction (NPI) support. - Support integration of SAP QM with other business systems to ensure effective quality workflows. - Facilitate and support Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities in partnership with Quality Engineers. - Participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives and company-required training programs. - Serve as Document Control Manager for quality documentation and records management. ## 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 of Science degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline with a minimum of **5 years of relevant experience**. **OR** - Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline with a minimum of **3 years of relevant experience**. - Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001:2015 requirements. - Experience conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). - Experience working with SAP Quality Management (QM) or similar quality management systems. - Strong wet chemistry laboratory experience. - Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting. - Strong mathematical and analytical problem-solving capabilities. ## Skills and Knowledge - Strong…