Quality Control Chemist

About the role

Join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare. Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been improving the health and well-being of people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Perform various QC / Quality Control testing (i.e. product release testing, stability testing, in-process testing, and other protocol testing) as directed by the laboratory supervisor or senior chemist.
• Compile and enter data into computer database (i.e. LIMS - Laboratory Information Management System) to be used for reporting and trending purposes.
• Review test results against specifications.
• Share general responsibilities for laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration, housekeeping, and other lab support functions (e.g., inventory of consumables and reagents).
• Maintain sample logs on a daily basis to ensure timely testing and tracking of all samples.
• Maintain Instrument Usage and Calibration Logs based on instrument usage during the preparation and testing of samples.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or closely related scientific discipline is required.
• Related experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated testing laboratory is preferred.
• Requires a basic understanding of analytical methodologies and protein biochemistry (e.g. IC, HPLC, GC, etc.).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Specific experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) is preferred.
• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Up to 5% 401(K) match
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

The estimated pay scale for the QC Chemist role based in California, is $26.22-$28.00.

Schedule

This position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool.