Chemistry Intern - Pocatello, United States - Idaho State Job Bank

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Chemistry Intern - Don Plant (Pocatello, ID) at Simplot in Pocatello, Idaho, United States Job Description Chemistry Intern - Don Plant (Pocatello, ID)

Location:
Pocatello, ID, US, The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho.

We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary This position will contribute to the company's efficiency, profits, growth and environmental compliance, by providing laboratory data to the various production facilities.

Chemistry knowledge and principles are applied to assist with process control andoptimization of production plants. Key Responsibilities + Time management for efficient sample testingcompletion + Must be able to work in a team environment. + Follow written procedures to perform chemical analyses.

+ Reports and records analytical results + Use laboratory instrument control software and Laboratory Information Management Software (LIMS) + Analyzes the quality of fertilizer products, raw materials, and intermediate process streams using analytical and measuring equipment including, pH meter, ISE meter, Autos Analyzers, ICP, IC, and wet chemistry methods.

+ Cleans, calibrates, and repairs testing equipment to insure accurate measurements. Keeps work area clean, safe and organized by cleaning glassware, counters and surfaces. Makes minor repairs to lab equipment as necessary. + Prepares chemical solutions for use as calibration and QC standards, andreagents for laboratory instrumentation following standardized procedures.

+ Candidate must be able to stand for extended periods of time and occasionally be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Position Qualifications + Enrollment in an Academic Chemistry program from a nationally accredited educational facility/university. + Candidate must be willing to learn routine testing procedures and work in a quality control lab setting.

+ Prefer a junior or above in credit standing who will work in conjunction with pursuit of chemistry degree and/or will return to school at the completion of the internship.

Other Information Duration:
month internship

• Starting June 2024 Pocatello, Idaho: Pocatello is located in southeast Idaho near the western foothills of the Rocky Mountains along the Oregon Trail.

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