Chemist

Thatcher Company Inc - Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Overview

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary

Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift:
Day

Description

Make a meaningful difference:
At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose‑driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

We are hiring a Chemist for our Salt Lake City Plant. Swing Shift 3 pm
-11:30 pm

• Perform routine analytical testing on batches of finished products and manufacturing components.
• Enter batch testing results into the Laboratory Information Management System.
• Provide technical support during the development of new testing methods and procedures.
• Assist manufacturing staff with production issues through batch testing and lab batch preparation.
• Prepare QA documents such as Certificates of Analysis or Certificates of Compliance.
• Perform routine calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Perform routine preparation and certification of standardized reagents.
• Perform routine Laboratory cleaning.

• Must have a BS/MS in Chemistry. Specialization in Analytical chemistry preferred.
• Experience‑based knowledge of chemical principles, chemical manufacturing processes, and chemical plant operations is a plus.
• Demonstrated communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform routine chemistry calculations.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.
• Ability to quickly shift focus to accommodate changing production goals.

• Competitive salary $55‑65k
• 100% company‑funded Profit‑Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth contribution options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, HSA/FSA
• 3+ weeks of PTO, and paid holidays
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.