Quality Control Chemist

Primary purpose

Primary purpose of job: responsible for accurately performing and documenting quality control tests on daily production batches, including operation and calibration of laboratory instrumentation.

• In-process and final QC testing of daily production batches
• Operate, calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation
• Safely handle all chemicals used in QC testing and maintain a clean, organized laboratory.
• Develop non-conforming batch adjustments, as required
• Investigate non-conforming batch results and identify root causes for deviations
• Working with Production on:
• Improving production manufacturing procedures to meet quality specifications
• Supporting laboratory scale-up of new product introductions and existing product modifications
• Generating quality documents for customer requests
• Working with Laboratory Manager on:
• Maintaining and updating QMS Procedures and Work Instructions
• Assistance with non-conforming product rework opportunities
• Documenting and troubleshooting first time quality misses to prevent recurrence

• BS degree in chemistry or related science field.
• Laboratory experience (school or industrial) is required.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving abilities and good communication skills are required.