Analytical Chemist (For Internal Employees Only)

**PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR INTERNAL UDA EMPLOYEES!
ABOUT UDA:
UDA is a local, family-owned, dairy cooperative committed to serve the needs of our members, community, and customers by providing high quality milk and dairy products. As the only milk marketing co-op in the state, UDA oversees the production, processing, and marketing of Arizona's finest milk products from farm to Retail in 48 hours or less. From sweet cream and butter to non-fat dry milk, UDA provides milk products to manufactures and supermarket chains throughout the Grand Canyon State.
Our motto at UDA is "United in Excellence." The dairy industry's success isn't built on one dairy or brand, it's built on the community as a whole - this includes our amazing employees. When you join UDA, you're not just joining a business, you're joining a family. Since 1960 UDA has been headquartered, operated, and managed in Arizona. We strive to provide our employees with rewarding career opportunities aimed at long-term stability, growth, and advancement. We put our heart and soul into our products and value our team who show up, every day and do the work.
JOB SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:
As an Analytical Chemist, you'll be pivotal in our lab's efficiency, handling tasks from inventory reporting to sample preparation and analysis using techniques like HPLC, GC/MS, and ICP/MS. Your role includes LIMS management, sample scheduling, and ensuring data accuracy. Upholding SOPs, HACCP guidelines, and maintaining a clean workspace are key aspects, reflecting our commitment to quality and safety. Your flexibility to take on additional duties as needed further contributes to the overall success of our laboratory operations.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Report inventory and expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements.
• Log in client samples to the laboratory information management system (LIMS)
• Schedule sample workflow for preparation and analysis by due date, hold time and turnaround time requirements.
• Prepare samples following laboratory methods for extraction of volatile, semi-volatile and non- 2 volatile inorganic and organic compounds.
• Perform all initial and continuing calibration requirements for sample analysis.
• Analyze prepared samples by HPLC, GC/MS, ICP/MS and other techniques as required.
• Review data and final reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and other laboratory equipment.
• Assist with the coordination of sample collection, transport, and receiving.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area at all times.
• Adhere to all SOP's and HACCP guidelines.
• Adhere to all UDA quality, safety, and GMP policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity.
• Other duties as required

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel Requirements
☒None ☐ Minimal ☐ Moderate ☐ High
Qualifications:
General Skills & Abilitiesneeded to complete job successfully:

• Versed in GMP/GLP, FDA, SMEDP, ADPI, AOAC and other method reference sources.
• Excellent Aseptic technique and use of biological hood.
• Excellent Aseptic technique and use of biological hood.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Requires ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions in English.

Experience:

• 2-3 years food related chemistry experience preferred

Education/Certifications:
Required
Preferred
Education (degree/certifications)
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field of study or equivalent work experience in related field
Work Environment & Demands
Physical and environmental demands for this position are indicated below:
Physical Demands:
* Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Requires ability to safely operate equipment.
• Requires ability to work safely within the laboratory environment.
• Requires ability to visually observe the condition of surroundings.
• Requires ability to stoop, bend, reach, lift and carry items up to 55lbs often.
• Requires ability to push and pull items frequently up to 55lbs.
• Requires ability to climb ladders and stairs of various heights including floors of 100ft or more.
• Requires ability to hear and speak and frequently hear and speak in very noisy environments.
• Requires ability to work in varying extreme hot, cold, and wet temperatures and conditions.
• Requires ability to work in confined spaces occasionally.
• Requires ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals
BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• free uniforms provided & washed/pressed onsite
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off
• Shift Pay Differential
• Education Assistance
• On-site Fitness Center
• On-Site Health Clinic

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; employees may be subject to additional, or altered, tasks and the scope of the role may change as necessitated by business demands. UDA will not consider any application submissions from unauthorized third-parties, consulting, or external staffing firms and will not be held subject, or liable, to any terms, fees, or penalties associated with a submission.
UDA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.