Quality Control Chemist

Quality Control Chemist – IPS Corporation

Location: Hartsville, TN

About the Company: IPS Corporation is a global, market‑leading provider of solvent cements, adhesives, and specialized plumbing products. Founded in 1954 in Los Angeles, CA, IPS began by producing clear cements for laminating acrylic sheets for aircraft canopies. Today, IPS, with its three operating companies, has eight manufacturing plants and nine distribution centers supporting sales to a diverse set of end markets in 85 countries.

About the Job: We are seeking a Quality Control (QC) Chemist to join our team at the Weld‑On Adhesives manufacturing facility in Hartsville, TN. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, this role plays a critical part in ensuring that all products meet the highest quality standards through rigorous analytical testing and inspection. The QC Chemist will also collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support new product introductions, validation processes, and compliance with certification requirements.

• Perform quality assurance testing using Gas chromatography, Infrared spectroscopy, viscometers, moisture analyzers, and other analytical techniques to verify product conformance with specifications.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with standards.
• Develop, write, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for laboratory processes and equipment usage.
• Accurately record and document QC test results, deviations, and corrective actions in compliance with internal protocols and customer requirements.
• Conduct lab experiments to support new formula introduction, validation, and troubleshooting of quality issues.
• Assist with product certification and compliance activities, including audits, testing, and sample submissions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the chemical industry, preferably in adhesives, sealants, or coatings.
• Strong technical expertise in chemical formulation, quality control, and analytical testing.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards related to hazardous chemicals.
• Proficiency in data analysis, with the ability to identify trends and draw valid conclusions; experience with statistical tools is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels and with external partners.
• Comfortable working in a global, multi‑disciplinary team environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Senior Level: Mid‑Senior

Employment Type: Full‑time

Equal Employment Opportunity: Weld On is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.