Associate Chemist

Plant 288 Mazeppa Rd Mooresville, NC 28115, USA 3rd Shift - Mon-Fri ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform chemical testing of raw materials, in-process, and final products. Perform pH, wet chemistry titrations, brix, moisture analysis, density, specific gravity testing or other analytical tests when needed. Set up, calibrate, maintain, and operate basic lab equipment such as Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), spectrophotometer, refractometer, and pH meters. Perform product analysis based on product needs: API analysis, excipients, matrixes, supplements, colors, blends, flavors, etc. Assist in the maintenance, review, and updates of work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Assist technologists and lab assistants with in-process-control, sampling and hold program. Support other laboratory functions such. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, production, and regulatory affairs. Participate in out-of-specification (OOS) investigations and root cause analysis. Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice regulations as well as all relevant work instructions and SOPs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in science, or commensurate combination of education, internships, and work experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word. Strong technical writing skills and the ability to create technical documentation. Ability to interpret and apply Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations. Strong analytical, decision-making, technical, organizational, planning, and written communication skills. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in chemistry or related field. Certified training using relevant instruments or techniques. Previous experience with laboratory information management or laboratory execution systems (LIMS/LES). Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr