Chemist

Chemist Position

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Chemist to join a team where your expertise can spark real innovation by shaping a future of wellness. This lab-based position will perform all phases of chemical testing of raw material, in-process, and finished product control samples and perform analytical testing following the written procedures in place.

Job Duties:

• Perform raw material, in-process, finished product, and stability sample testing using instrumental analytical, wet chemicals, and physical analytical methods and techniques following the written procedure or compendial methods.
• Document testing results in lab notebooks; ensure the data generated is accurate and meets the specifications, report results on the testing worksheets (finished products and raw materials) according to standard operating procedures in a timely manner, meeting specified deadlines.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, equipment logbooks, and trackers on a daily basis in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Perform/assist in raw material sampling and retain storage and distribution. Receive, organize, store (retains/stability), and send out raw materials and finished products as per company policy and procedures.
• Effectively manage the prioritization to meet multiple goals and timelines.
• Conduct laboratory housecleaning and upkeep, maintain and promote a safe and orderly work area.
• Participate in QC method development, overall improvement, and other work/duties as assigned.
• Adhere to established validated methods, company procedures, cGMP, cGLP, OSHA, and other regulatory procedures.
• Ability to handle hazardous materials using all appropriate or mandatory safety PPE and safety equipment.
• Facilitates and supports activities and services necessary to the routine operations of the department, as assigned.
• Provide guidance, and training to new or existing personnel as required by QC management.
• Maintain by frequently updating the various spreadsheets and trackers to correctly reflect the current status of items.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as required.
• Support by suggesting, authoring, and reviewing notebooks, and various QC and technical documents such as SOPs, testing worksheets, CoAs, Product Specs, Raw Material Specs, and other QC/R&D documents as required.
• Notify any aberrant/OOS/OOT results to QC management and participate to investigate results following the SOP.

Skills and Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Biology or related sciences
• 7-10 years of experience in chemical laboratory operations
• Good lab/analytical technique in support of chemical and manufacturing operations
• Experience or understanding of pharmaceutical laboratory equipment, including HPLC, UV-Vis, AAS, KF, IR, Potentiometer, LOD, and Titration.
• Familiarity with cGMPs and GLPs
• Strong math skills; knowledge of intermediate statistics
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills including decision analysis and implementation
• Computer literacy, working knowledge of spreadsheets
• The ability to stand for 8+ hours a day

Benefits once hired in!

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Prescription safety lens reimbursement
• ANSI - approved safety shoe reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Vacation

* This is a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to submit to a national background check. If you're interested in this position, please apply with a complete resume and work history.