Quality Scientist II (Chemistry)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Familiar with standard chemistry concepts, practices & procedures.
• Evaluates the chemical properties of various organic, inorganic & biochemical substances in order to investigate their application and/or suitability for use.
• Accountable for the accurate and timely completion of all activities related to Testing and Projects.
• Responsible for maintaining Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Good Communication skills required.
• Works well in a team setting

Cost Center Specific

• Performs a variety of assignments within the QC Chemistry lab in support of assigned plant operations to ensure the highest standards are met for products.
• Tests of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods using a variety of qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques.
• Handles hazardous materials, including chemicals and infectious agents in the proper manner as established by safety and company policy.
• Orders and prepares reagents, materials, formulations, laboratory supplies and equipment and maintains sufficient inventories so as to prevent delays in project schedules.
• Assists in documentation writing & revising including vendor specifications, raw material specifications, Test methods, final product specifications, SOPs, etc. as required.
• Assists in completing project protocols, change notifications, deviation waivers and Quality Notifications with only moderate supervision.
• Supports satellite facilities as well as other internal disciplines with customer requests and complaints.
• Performs data entry on material being tested.
• Understands and complies with company GMP, ISO and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Identifies problems and looks for ways to solve them (Continuous Improvement)
• Performs method validation, improvement and development as required.
• May assist in departmental functions outside of laboratory bench-work, including qualifying raw materials, vendors, assisting with R&D projects, etc.
• Possesses the appropriate interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with all areas both inside and outside the corporation.
• Maintains confidentiality of all projects.
• Undertakes additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge / Skills:
• Applies a broad range of Science or quality systems principles to moderately complex tasks
• Capable of readily identifying, analyzing problems and develop/present recommended solutions
• Have demonstrated analytical skills using databases and statistical software
• Experienced using standard quantitative and qualitative methods
• Able to collect, analyze data and presents results to other either orally or in writing
• Demonstrated effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with large multifunctional teams
• Experienced in accessing and utilizing Six Sigma and Lean tools
• Experience in handling biological or chemical samples and knowledge of GLP

Education

• BS or BA in related field required with 2 years’ experience OR
• MS with no experience necessary (project management preferred)