Chemist I

About the role

We are seeking a Technical Manufacturing Chemist to support manufacturing and quality activities within a regulated laboratory environment. This role is responsible for producing materials, performing in-process testing, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on laboratory experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in both team-based and independent settings.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing activities in accordance with established production schedules.
• Prepare materials using approved procedures and standard operating practices.
• Perform routine laboratory activities including sample preparation, testing, and data collection.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure production and quality objectives are achieved.
• Assist with maintaining laboratory and manufacturing inventories.
• Perform in-process quality testing, including pH measurements, titrations, and related analyses.
• Document test results and observations in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, GLP, safety, and quality requirements.
• Support investigations, troubleshooting efforts, and corrective actions as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, quality, efficiency, and workflow.
• Support the development and execution of protocols related to product and process improvement.
• Maintain accurate production records and laboratory documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 1-2 years of relevant laboratory, manufacturing, or quality experience; OR Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Entry-level candidates with strong academic laboratory experience are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Wet chemistry laboratory techniques
• Pipetting
• pH meters and titrations
• Spectrophotometry
• HPLC
• ELISA assays
• Gel electrophoresis or SDS-PAGE
• Laboratory documentation and quality systems

Key Strengths

• Strong laboratory and analytical skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Onsite laboratory and manufacturing environment in Scarborough, ME.
• Hands-on role supporting production and testing activities.
• Monday-Friday, 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM (2nd Shift).
• Full-time employees are eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.