Chemist

Minor Hotels Europe and Americas

ICP Chemist performing advanced instrumental analysis for precious metals refining and production operations. Involves quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives in a laboratory environment.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeSanta Fe Springs • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $27 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform advanced instrumental analysis and scientific investigations to support precious metals refining, production operations, quality assurance, material valuation, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Serve as a technical resource within the laboratory, applying specialized expertise in Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) spectroscopy and related analytical technologies.
Generate accurate analytical data, troubleshoot complex issues, optimize laboratory methods, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Evaluate sample integrity, preparation methods, analytical conditions, instrument performance, and analytical results to ensure data reliability.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate Chemist
Experience in advanced quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses utilizing ICP-OES, ICP-MS, GD-OES, IC
Technical problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of quality assurance and compliance with regulatory requirements
Familiarity with laboratory procedures and safety regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full PPE including safety shoes, respirators, uniforms, and all required protective equipment.
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
FSA & HSA options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Family Leave
401(k) with 5% company match (fully vested at hire)
Company-paid life & disability insurance
Shift Premiums
Paid training & tuition reimbursement
Clear pathways for advancement
Increase earning potential as you build skills, certifications, and experience
Build a long-term career in a stable, growing industry focused on sustainability & the circular economy
Work with advanced precious metals refining and recycling technologies

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Hard Skills & Tools

Advanced Quantitative AnalysisQualitative Chemical AnalysisAnalytical Data GenerationLaboratory Method OptimizationSample Integrity Evaluation

Soft Skills

Technical Problem-Solving

Certifications

Graduate Chemist