Analytical Chemist
Job no: 40006177
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney - West
Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominately in Australia and New Zealand.
We believe materials are not recycled until they’ve been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics, and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s packaging industry.
Role Details:
- Location: Smithfield, Sydney, NSW
- Reports to: Plant Manager rPlastics Smithfield
- Division: Visy rPlastics
- Specialist laboratory role supporting quality, compliance, and product innovation
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct chemical and physical analysis of recycled plastic materials using techniques such as FTIR, DSC, GC-FID, HPLC, UV-VIS, IR, NMR, and TGA.
- Perform routine and non-routine QC testing to ensure compliance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and EFSA/USFDA standards.
- Analyse mechanical and polymer properties, including tensile strength, viscosity, particle size, and rheology.
- Develop and validate new analytical methods, SOPs, and provide training to laboratory personnel.
- Support production teams with troubleshooting, process improvement, and root cause analysis.
- Maintain and calibrate analytical instruments, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
- Uphold safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance in all laboratory activities.
What You Will Bring:
- Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related discipline (or equivalent lab experience).
- Experience in chemical analysis within plastics, polymers, or manufacturing industries preferred.
- Knowledge of analytical techniques such as FTIR, DSC, GC-FID, HPLC, and other lab instrumentation.
- High attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and production teams.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Desirable:
- Practical experience in operations or process improvement environment.
- Experience in packaging or recycled plastics sector.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
What You’ll Love When You Join Us:
- Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives through recycled plastics solutions.
- Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative team committed to safety, respect, and quality.
- Career Growth: Access professional development and career advancement opportunities within Visy.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping the future of recycled plastics!
You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which may include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).
Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
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