Job description

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