Analytical Chemist - Swing Shift

Overview

The Laboratory Technician / Analytical Chemist supports Laurelcrest manufacturing and quality operations by performing analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. This role is responsible for producing accurate, timely, and traceable results; maintaining laboratory instrumentation and records, and partnering with Quality and Operations to investigate issues and strengthen internal testing capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Perform routine analytical testing in accordance with established methods and procedures, including operation of HPLC and other laboratory instrumentation.
• Prepare samples, standards, reagents, solvents, mobile phases, calibration solutions, and required dilutions for analytical testing.
• Perform instrument calibration, system suitability checks, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting; coordinate service or preventative maintenance as needed.
• Review analytical results for accuracy and compliance with specifications; identify unusual or out-of-trend results and support investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain complete and traceable laboratory records, including test data, instrument logs, calibration records, sample records, and electronic documentation.
• Follow sample identification, chain-of-custody, product sampling, retention, storage, chemical handling, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Assist with correlation and comparison testing between Laurelcrest internal results and approved third-party laboratories.
• Maintain an organized laboratory and ensure chemicals, standards, reference materials, samples, and consumables are properly labeled, stored, and accounted for.
• Support laboratory SOPs, work instructions, and continuous-improvement initiatives focused on data quality, turnaround time, equipment reliability, and testing efficiency.
• Partner with Quality, Production, R&D, and Operations to provide analytical information that supports manufacturing decisions and other business priorities.
• Support Production activities which may include the staging of raw materials and packaging of completed hemp commodities

What You Bring

• 21 years of age or older.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field preferred; equivalent relevant laboratory experience may be considered.
• Experience in an analytical, quality-control, manufacturing, environmental, food, pharmaceutical, cannabis/hemp, or similar laboratory environment preferred.
• Hands-on HPLC experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of analytical chemistry fundamentals, sample preparation, dilution calculations, calibration, and quantitative analysis.
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot sample, method, or instrumentation issues.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to data integrity, documentation, and procedural consistency.
• Ability to manage multiple samples and priorities while working independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; adaptable, self-motivated, and willing to learn new techniques.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, LIMS, or other electronic laboratory recordkeeping systems preferred.

Why Laurelcrest?

• Competitive pay.
• Benefits including 401(k) with matching, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and sick leave, parental leave, and professional development support.
• Monday-Friday schedule: 11:30am - 8:00pm
• Opportunity to expand experience with analytical instrumentation, method development, troubleshooting, and laboratory systems.
• A safety- and quality-focused culture committed to continuous improvement and a respectful workplace.

Join Us!

If you enjoy analytical problem solving, take pride in reliable data, and want to help strengthen an internal manufacturing laboratory, we'd like to hear from you.

Laurelcrest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.