Chemist

Position: Chemist I (54928)
Education Level Bachelor Degree## Description Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.
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* About the role:

** We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.

As a
** Chemist I,
** you will be responsible for providing the support to the Laboratories of Best Formulations to ensure that the testing have been performed as per Best Formulations written Standard Operation Procedures, Analytical Procedures, and/or USP/NF Compendia under strict supervision of either senior chemist or lab supervisor.
** How will you contribute:
** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:
* Perform analytical tests of raw material, in-process, and finished products.
* Perform wet chemistry methods, HPLC, GC, ICP, Dissolution test, UV, etc.
* Instrument Calibration use for QC testing.
* Document test results, problems and other issues, perform initial troubleshooting of issues that arise during analysis.
* Follow GLP, GDP, GMP, and Lab Safety Guidelines.
* Write and perform investigation of out of specification OOS under the supervision of Lab supervisor and / or Senior chemist.
* Follows established department SOP's, cGMP regulations, and batch record instructions.
* Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
* Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.## Qualifications
** Minimum Requirements/

Qualifications:

*** High School Diploma or equivalent GED. BA / BS in Science, Chemistry preferred.
* 1-2 year of Pharmaceutical and/ or Dietary Supplements industry experience
* Experience working in laboratory environment
** Work Environment:
*** Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Personal Protective Equipment provided as necessary.
* Work environment may involve exposure to chemicals, solutions, detergents, or solvents that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of personal protective equipment.
* Work environment may involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shell Fish, Milk, Egg, Tree nuts, and Sesame.
** What Best Formulations can offer you:
*** 401(k) with company match
* Tuition reimbursement
* Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
* Health & Wellness programs
* Generous time off for vacations

As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands.

Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!*"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service.
** Together We Grow!**"
*** This position is currently classified as on-site.
**** Why work for us:
** The Company pays 100% of the premium for employee-only medical coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), 10 Holidays, and Paid time off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and  accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.
** EEO Statement
** Best Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with…