Chemist I

Haviland Enterprises, Inc., a 100% Employee Owned, industrial chemical, plastics and pool and spa chemical manufacturing and distribution company, specializing in creative chemistry seeks a Chemist I. We are looking for an independent, reliable, self-motivated, self-starting, with a positive attitude, team approach, with an "Owner" and process improvement mentality. If that is you, apply today! We have too many perks to list them all!

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• BS degree in a science related field (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, etc.) with sufficient laboratory experience required
• 1-5 years of laboratory experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills including MS Office. ERP software experience is a plus
• Demonstrated high commitment to safety, environment, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with proven ability to work both independently and with others
• Drug screen & background check required

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct product quality control and plating bath analysis in collaboration with QC Chemists, as assigned.
• Carefully follow testing methods to ensure accuracy, safety, and precision when testing products.
• Collaborate with Wastewater Chemist to develop analytical procedures, perform treatability studies, accurately analyze, record, and review wastewater treatment data, and generate reports including treatment recommendations for internal wastewater operations and, occasionally, external customers.
• Prepare and analyze wastewater samples using approved methods and create test reports.
• Work with internal wastewater operators and plant staff to improve treatment techniques and identify areas of optimization.
• Accurately document and communicate all test results to internal and external customers as required.
• Ensure that laboratory instruments and equipment are kept clean and in the proper working condition.
• Troubleshoot production issues as appropriate.
• Serve the needs of internal customers as requested by offering assistance and responding timely.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Create, collect data as assigned, document, and implement continuous improvement ideas.
• Properly manage the generation, accumulation, and storage of hazardous waste generated within the department.
• Dispose of retained samples as needed.
• Support the development of a Lean culture, i.e. 5S, 8 wastes, continuous improvement, process focus, discipline to standards, and practice of the scientific method.
• Act as an employee-owner and an ambassador of Haviland when dealing both inside and outside of the Company.
• Maintain professional conduct and a courteous demeanor while protecting confidential information regarding customers, vendors, the Company, and its employees.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned by management.
• Perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Required Competencies:

• Technical Expertise & Computer Skills
• Innovation & Creativity
• Time Management & Organization
• Regulatory Compliance & Quality System Knowledge
• Interpersonal, Team & Collaborative Skills
• Self-Initiative
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Benefits:

• Full-time, Salaried, Exempt position.
• High base wage.
• 100% Company provided equity growth & ownership through Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Approx. 6%+ of earnings annually given to you for free in the form of company stock. You become an Employee Owner for free!
• Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
• Company matching 401(k) plan: 50% up to 6% of salary
• Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
• Immediate Vacation Paid Time Off
• 7 paid Holiday's & 3 paid Floating Holidays
• 8hrs Volunteer Time Off annually
• Reimburse COBRA pmts. Up to 1-2mths. for family until healthcare benefits are effective so there is no lapse in coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• Workplace Giving & Matching Program – Haviland will match 100% of employee charitable donations up to $250 per calendar year.
• Service awards given for every 5 years of service beginning at $100 with an increasing scale up to $1,000.

Medical & Prescription Healthcare plan:

• Priority Health HMO / PPO
• 1st of the month following first 30 days
• COBRA coverage paid to prevent any lapse in individual or family coverage
• One of the best plans in GR at one of the lowest employee costs!
• Traditional Medical Plan - Priority Health HMO - EPO
• Weekly Employee Medical Premium: EE Only = $34.00, EE+1 = $61.97, Family = $77.21
• Deductible: $500 Individual/$1,000 Family, Co-insurance: 20% up to maximum of $500 Individual/$1,000 Family.
• Prescription Copays: $10 Copay Generic/Tier 1, $60 Copay Brand/Tier 2, $90 Copay Non-Preferred/Tier 3, Preferred Specialty/Tier 4, and non-Preferred Specialty/Tier 5.
• High Deductible Health Plan - Priority Health HMO - EPO
• HSA - Health Savings Account with Haviland dollar for dollar match up to $700 Individual/$1,200 Family per year.
• Weekly Employee Medical Premium: EE Only = $17.00, EE+1 = $30.98, Family = $38.61
• Deductible: $1,600 Individual/$3,200 Family, Co-insurance: 20% after deductible is met up to a max out of pocket of $3,000/$6,000 (deductible applies to max out of pocket)
• Prescription Copays: $10 Copay Generic/Tier 1, $60 Copay Brand/Tier 2, $90 Copay Non-Preferred/Tier 3, Preferred Specialty/Tier 4, and non-Preferred Specialty/Tier 5.

Dental Plan:

• Delta Dental
• No Deductible, $2,000 Plan Year Max, $2,000 Ortho Svcs.
• Cleanings & X-Rays covered at 100%
• 80% Basic Services & 80% covered Major Services
• $8/mth EE Only cost and $20/mth EE+Family cost

Vision Plan:

• EyeMed
• $1.00/mth EE Only cost and $2.79/mth EE+Family cost

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare & Dependent Care
• 100% Company Paid Short-term & Long-term Disability insurance
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse & Children
• 100% paid Paternity & Maternity Leave
• Workplace Giving & Matching Program - Haviland will match 100% of employee charitable donations up to $250 per calendar year.
• Leave Share Program – Provides an opportunity for employee owners to share their accrued paid time off with other employee owners who have exhausted their own paid time off and would not otherwise receive pay as a result of a qualifying medical situation.

Wellness Benefits:

• Reimburse 25% of the cost of Employee & Family Fitness Center Costs
• Reimburse 25% of the cost of Employee Fitness Classes or Race fees
• Reimburse 25% up to $200 of the cost of Employee Fitness Trackers
• Free Flu Shots
• Amway Riverbank Run/Walk Employee & Family race reimbursement

Our Company:

• Haviland Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1934. Celebrating 90 years, Haviland is globally recognized as a conscientious, quality-driven Employee-Owned manufacturer and distributor. Haviland has maintained steady growth and has 270 employees with an average length of service of 10+ years.
• Haviland Products Company manufactures industrial and specialty chemicals & products and offers a variety of contract manufacturing and packaging services from multiple facilities in Grand Rapids, MI and Kalamazoo, MI.
• Haviland Consumer Products, Inc. manufactures pool and spa products and sells a variety of pool and commercial hoses. Haviland Consumer Products Inc. operates in Grand Rapids, MI; Walker, MI; Chandler, AZ; and Baleco International, Inc. in North Bend, OH which manufactures pool and spa chemicals and plastics injection molding.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

Haviland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person