Assistant Chemist - 3rd shift Tues-Sat

About the role

The position is located at Abbott's Columbus, Ohio plant within the Abbott Nutrition Division. The Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, focusing on products like Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna®.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing for in-process and finished product for vitamin analysis by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, protein analysis by Kjeltec, mineral analysis by ICP-OES, fat by Mojonnier extraction technique, total solids determination, Iodide, chloride testing, choline determination, physical stability, and fatty acid profiles by Gas Chromatography.
• Conduct ingredient analysis including titrations, moisture testing, organoleptic testing, sediment testing, and peroxide testing.
• Conduct ELISA and Romer allergen testing as required by plant sanitation and cleaning procedures.
• Conduct control sample analysis to determine validity of concurrent testing per method, water testing of minerals and volatile organic contaminants, Clean in place (CIP) Residual testing, testing of compressed gases for moisture and hydrocarbons, daily flavor and aroma of oils and weekly peroxide testing of oils, and complete any associated documentation and housekeeping responsibilities.
• Assist in compliance measures such as Laboratory Investigation Reports and assist FLLs in Non-conformance and RCA investigations.
• Adhere to all Abbott Nutrition Columbus plant Environmental, Health, and Safety measures which include monthly behavior-based safety observation.
• Strong ability to support instrument issues; must understand how to communicate active or potential issues.
• Strong ability to understand and communicate shift needs such as releases, potential corrections, and instrument issues with lab team members and across plant processing and filling line teams.
• Create training plans for new hires; delegate trainers as needed.
• Provide guidance on day-to-day operations for Chem I and Chem II as needed throughout shift.
• On shift liaison for FLL elevations when supervisor is not available.
• Proficient and able to train new hires on all lab methods.
• Provide guidance on day-to-day operations for Chem I and Chem II as needed throughout shift.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, plus 1 year of appropriate college science related studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, or calculus), or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a lab.
• Knowledge of analytical lab instrumentation (HPLC, GC, ICP, general titration methods, pH testing).
• Basic knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, prepare simple reports, read and record gauge and display readings, and use knowledge of chemistry acquired through formal education with moderate assistance from supervision.
• Mathematics knowledge to include : addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, proportions, and basic keyboard skills; computer skills and statistical comprehension is desirable.
• Physical requirements for lifting and pushing 20-25 lbs. in addition to normal laboratory work.

Qualifications

• Science-related Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred, with 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics (algebra, geometry, or calculus).
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience in a high volume sample lab in manufacturing or production.
• Validation experience.
• Experience with vendor contracts.
• CAPA or RCA experience.