Chemist

Chemist

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world. Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love.

Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live. A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Our Chemist is responsible for performing physical and chemical testing in support of the site Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program. The lab operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. This position is a third shift position M-F from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

• Perform physical and chemical testing of raw material, packaging material, in-process and finished product in accordance with standard procedures.
• Approves materials and products based on test results
• Participate in investigations to identify root cause and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Apply appropriate methodologies and data interpretation techniques to assist in overcoming difficulties and promote continuous improvement.
• Maintain the laboratory quality assurance systems to assure validity of data and troubleshoot basic instrument problems
• Perform or assist vendors in the installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ) and performance qualification (PQ) of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conducts lab verification of instruments
• Use laboratory safety equipment and understand precautions in handling reagents and disposal of chemical waste according with local environmental regulations
• Develop in depth knowledge of how to operate analytical instruments and other standard laboratory equipment relevant to job responsibilities
• Understand and accurately follow written lab procedures, global methods, local methods and published standard sources
• Develop in depth knowledge of how to calibrate and maintain analytical instruments and the use of analytical reference standards relevant to job description
• Prepare positive release documentation including analytical lab reports and certificates of analysis

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related technical field
• A minimum of 0 - 2 years experience in an Analytical lab, or pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetic or consumer products industries
• Proven proficiency in laboratory skills with training in chemistry
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Willing to work third shift M-F

• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment
• Strong multitasking skills in a fast paced, changing environment
• Attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $64,000.00 - $87,500.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits:
Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include…