Chemist

Help us bring the gift of health to life. Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry.

About the role

Performs testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediate and bulk products to determine identity, purity, quality, strength, and composition. Proficient with core Pharmavite methods for physical testing, wet chemistry, and instrumental methods. Supports peer data review and investigational testing as needed. Once qualified, can perform assigned test methods independently with limited oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provides onsite testing, troubleshooting, and lab-related support during assigned work shift with effective relief communications to peers/team.
• Performs physical, chemical, and instrumental testing as assigned on raw materials, bulk and finished products; in support of QC release, investigations, method development/improvement, stability or development studies.
• Performs physical testing techniques such as density, specific gravity, LOD, particle size, tablet or fill weight, and similar.
• Performs chemical testing techniques such as titration, FT-NIR, Raman, moisture, dissolution, UV, and similar.
• Performs instrumental analytical testing techniques as qualified and assigned, such as NMR, GC, HPLC, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and similar.
• Documents and submits all raw data and results generated from tests per Pharmavite Standard Methods (PSMs).
• Documents all data in the Lab notebook according to cGMP.
• Supports peer data review and investigational testing as needed.
• Prepares and standardizes materials used in chemical analyses.
• Conducts scheduled calibration of laboratory instrumentation (such as thermometers and weighing balance).
• Performs general laboratory duties including cleaning and maintenance of work area and checking notebooks.
• Ensures that OOS results are reported immediately to team leader/supervisor for investigation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a four-year college or university degree or its equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, or related science.
• This is an entry-to-developing level position. Prior experience not required but is a plus.

Skills

• A basic knowledge of chemistry and analytical chemistry lab operations.
• Prior use of laboratory equipment such as auto titrators, balances, UV, FTIR, HPLC, GC, and ICP is preferred.
• Proficient in data entry and computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to prioritize workload while meeting deadlines.
• Proactive and clear verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of PLM, LIMS, or similar systems is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Almost continuous exercise of manipulative skills, walking, standing.
• Exposed to minor health hazards; with use of appropriate PPE.
• Frequent, intermittent, intense and/or close attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Environment

Exposure to disagreeable elements is limited.

Safety

The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

Benefits

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being — as well as peace of mind. These rewards — plus our new recognition program — ensure employees feel supported both at work and home. The total rewards package for this position may also include:

• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) match
• Other wellness benefits

Pay

The salary range for this position is $52,000.00 - $84,000.00. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings.

Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business. Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor.