JOB DESCRIPTION – Chemist I

Position Purpose and Objectives

The Chemist I’s primary role is to ensure the adherence of incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and finished good product for compliance to regulatory, analytical, and microbiological standards set for by XYMOGEN. This person is responsible for testing and release in-process, finished good products, and raw materials.

Essential Job Functions

• Managing rejection log when materials are found to be non-compliant with standards
• Controls the release/hold process in for all incoming materials, in-process, and finished good products
• Perform testing of IR on incoming raw materials, finished products, and Stability samples
• Perform testing of Moisture on incoming raw materials, In-process samples, and Stability samples
• Perform testing on raw material to assure compliance with raw material specifications
• Perform testing on finished good product to assure compliance with FPSP
• Review and update the Quality Control SOPs when deem necessary
• Maintain reagents inventory
• Maintain reference standards inventory
• Must be able to handle other responsibilities as determined by the Laboratory Manager

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Knowledge on cGMP and GLP
• Knowledge of basic wet chemistry and Infrared Spectrophotometer equipment
• Knowledge of HPLC instrument and ICP-MS
• Knowledge of sterile sample technique
• Organoleptic evaluation skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe software

Working Conditions

• Micro and analytical QC labs, and manufacturing environment (fully GMP environment)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science
• 1 year experience under a GMP environment
• Experience in working the Quality Control Lab of a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical field (preferred)

Success Factors

• Driven and motivated
• Intelligent and displays aptitude
• Willingness to cooperate and work with other departments
• Attention to detail
• Organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Orlando, FL 32819: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person