Chemist

Job Description

• The Chemist I position is responsible for routine testing of raw materials, finished products, and stability.
• samples utilizing current Compendia, cGMPs, cGLPs, SOPs. Position supports other departments for
• special projects as needed. Position performs other laboratory duties as directed.

Essential Functions:

• Performs physical testing and chemical testing of incoming raw materials, finished product,
• and stability samples utilizing instrumentation such as disintegration, dissolution, Auto-
• titration, and UV-VIS.
• Conducts release testing on raw materials, finished product, and stability samples following.
• cGMPs, cGLPs, Compendia, and SOPs.
• Knowledge of Auto titration with experience using applicable software.
• Knowledge of Dissolution, Karl Fisher, FT-IR, and UV/VIS.
• Performs general lab duties as assigned, for example: replenish test reagents, clean lab,
• wash glassware.
• Prepares standards and reagents necessary to complete required testing.
• Performs routine instrument maintenance checks/calibration verifications according to the SOP.
• Gathers, reviews, and reports analytical results. Compares to relevant specifications to determine quality status.
• Familiarity with out of specification (OOS) / out of trend (OOT) processes per cGMP.
• Initiates out of specification (OOS) investigations when applicable.
• Cleans assigned areas of the lab and maintains an audit ready status.
• Assist with training new employees when necessary.
• Cross train and assist in other areas to support business needs.
• May assist in completing SOP reviews and updates.
• Responsible for maintaining a neat, clean and safe working environment at all times and
• notifies supervisor immediately of any safety concerns, accidents or injuries that are observed.
• Understands and adheres to all Company policies, procedures, SOPs and Safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/ Qualifications:

• BS in Chemistry or BS in Biology
• A minimum of 1 year (Preferred: 2 years) of related analytical laboratory experience
• (academic or professional).
• Must have good scientific, conceptual, and analytical techniques.
• Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge of general wet chemistry procedures.
• Must have knowledge of how to work safely with and around chemicals and their potential hazards.
• Ability to use effective and professional verbal / written communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Previous experience operating FTIR, UV/VIS, and pH meter preferred.
• Must be able to support overtime work as required.
• Ability to perform and accurately document all activities according to cGMP requirements.
• Ability to learn new analytical tests, instrumentation, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to report accurate and precise results in a timely manner.
• Ability to adhere to company policies.
• Models and supports organizational goals and values.
• Must pass background and drug screen

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Anderson, SC 29621: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory experience: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person