Scientist I, Production (Chemistry)

About the role

Join our dynamic team as a Scientist I in Production, specializing in Chemistry. You will be at the forefront of performing organic chemistry syntheses within a manufacturing environment. Your role involves understanding and executing written production documents, maintaining inventory, and analyzing scientific data to ensure the quality of our products. You will have the opportunity to improve manufacturing processes and actively participate in team activities and new product development.

This is a Contract position based out of Rockford, IL. The role is based in an Organic Synthesis Chemistry/Production Lab located in Rockford, IL. You will work in a lab, office, and production environment, participating in a team-based setting dedicated to manufacturing scientific products for the life sciences industry. This is a fully onsite position.

Responsibilities

• Perform organic chemistry syntheses in a manufacturing environment.
• Understand and execute written production documents and processes.
• Produce and analyze reagents, components, and finished products.
• Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials, WIP, and finished products using advanced ERP functions.
• Analyze and interpret scientific data using specialized technical knowledge.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external teams to coordinate resources.
• Recognize and resolve manufacturing problems through appropriate experiments.
• Keep accurate documentation of manufacturing and product development work.
• Critically evaluate and revise process documents to ensure quality manufacturing processes.
• Strive to improve product quality through efficient processes and testing.
• Contribute to department goals and business objectives related to quality and safety.
• Seek additional training and participate in investigative teams as necessary.
• Develop and execute manufacturing schedules in coordination with planning and purchasing teams.
• Participate in problem-solving teams and new product development activities.
• Collaborate with R&D or Manufacturing Sciences as needed.
• Ensure adherence to EH&S guidelines.

Skills

• Solid technical writing skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Proven leadership and work direction capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Master's degree in Organic Chemistry.
• 1-3 years of experience with polymer chemistries.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)