Production Chemist I

Production Chemist I Medical Devices Company Duration: 12+ Months Contract Total Hours/week: 40.00 Temp to hire position Onsite assignment Interviews are typically 2 rounds – 1 by hiring manager (me) and 1 by group (likely virtual due to Covid) 3 must haves on the resumes: • Industry laboratory experience (synthetic organic chemistry preferred over biochemistry/bio but willing to review all laboratory resumes) • Experience working in an ISO, GMP, or GLP environment • Organization skills Job Summary: The Production Chemist I supports the manufacture, analysis, and processing of polymers from raw material, intermediate, to finished goods inventory. Roles & Responsibilities Duties & Responsibilities: Perform a variety of polymer processing, purification, and characterization steps to support the production of commercial dyes. May perform synthesis of polymers using established procedures. Perform small scale reactions according to established standard processes. Support inventory management of raw materials, intermediate products, finished goods, analytical samples, and QA Retains through cycle counts, database management, etc. Documentation in lab notebooks, batch records, and basic databases. Promote a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices. Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager. Experience Required Successful candidate will possess a B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science, minimum of 1 year relevant industry experience preferred. Skills & Certifications Ability to follow standard operating procedures is essential Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task/adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience with operation of rotary evaporator preferred Familiarity with operation of routine laboratory instruments and applicable software Familiarity with glovebox, lyophilization Documentation in lab notebooks, batch records, and various databases Works well in a team-based environment Familiarity with guidelines such as good manufacturing processes and ISO standards Strong MS Office Knowledge, Intermediate to Advanced Excel usage preferred Eligibilities & qualifications Successful candidate will possess a B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science, minimum of 1 year relevant industry experience preferred.