Chemist III

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 32 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

Crete Analytical Laboratory

Regular (US Only)

We are looking for a Chemist III in 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417 USA. Your mission will be to:
The incumbent will be responsible for performing accurate advanced instrumental analyses on food, beverage, and nutraceutical products to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role will involve troubleshooting, project ownership and mentoring junior chemists in analytical testing procedures. The role is expected to be a technical resource for complex analyses and support the building of a strong team of analytical professionals.

• Perform testing for nutritional labeling, contaminants, toxins, preservatives, additives, and other food components in compliance with regulatory standards (FDA, USDA, AOAC, ISO, HACCP, etc.).
• Maintain laboratory instruments in working order and make any minor repairs that are necessary, including scheduling of repairs and service.
• Perform advanced technical analyses with analytical instrumentation (GCMS, LCMS, HPLC, GC, etc.) autonomously.
• Proficient in instrument‑specific software such as Chromeleon, Mass Hunter, Sciex OS, etc.
• Lead coordination of installation of new equipment, including planning, site prep, delivery, and validation as appropriate.
• Identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document such observations in accordance with the prescribed complaint system.
• Read, calculate and record analysis data to produce a report for the client. Responsible for correcting any discrepancies that occur.
• Works as a change agent to evaluate current methods/procedures and recommend modifications to laboratory management.
• Perform method verifications and troubleshooting with minimal input from supervisor.
• Perform thorough investigations and root cause analysis.
• Communicate procedural and operational difficulties and delays to client service personnel as required.
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities. Mentor and train junior chemists, laboratory technicians, and quality control staff on analytical methods, instrument operation, and best laboratory practices.
• Work autonomously to lead specialized projects and support specific or unique client requests.
• Must keep up‑to‑date with assigned training.
• Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the management system. Support lean initiatives to maintain an organized lab.
• Positively collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance, and operations teams to support new product development and process improvements.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• At any time, the incumbent must behave and operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner.

• Education:
  
  Bachelors degree plus >4 years experience in a related chemistry lab environment.
• Masters degree and >2 years relevant industry work experience.
• Ph.D. in a related field.
• In lieu of degree, >8 years relevant work experience.
• This position requires an advanced knowledge of chemistry to perform analyses, obtain correct results and interpret data.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more areas of chromatography, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, instrument‑based wet chemistry analysis, instrumental allergen analysis, or other equivalent discipline (HPLC, GC‑MS, LC‑MS, ICP‑MS, etc.).
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 regulatory guidelines for a third party testing lab.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent documentation and data interpretation skills.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, and a demonstrated…