What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Analytical Chemist position at Confidential?
Mark Anthony Group is an entrepreneurial drinks company, built from the ground up by thinking differently, innovating and doing the unexpected. Our company is rooted in family values, a bold vision and relentless determination to continuously raise the bar and make a positive difference in consumers' lives. Founded in 1972, we’ve grown organically from a one-person import wine business into an international drinks company whose hallmarks include a portfolio of luxury wineries and iconic beverage brands, including White Claw® Hard Seltzer, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, and Cayman Jack.
Role Purpose:
The Sr. Analytical Chemist will develop & implement methods that will be used for routine testing & product development. This role supports the US quality program as well as corporate & international quality initiatives. The Sr. Chemist is responsible for method development, instrument maintenance, overseeing instrument performance, & for the training & development of Chemists throughout the network. This role will partner cross functionally to achieve shared goals through strong relationships based on trust, respect, & grace.
Accountabilities & Impact:
- Analytical testing & method development performing analyses on raw materials, in-process, & finished goods (GC/MS, HPLC, ICP/MS, etc.)
- Manage instrumentation maintenance, validation, & contracts
- Support quality & food safety compliance, establishing ISO level standards within the US quality labs
- Support process improvement & risk management through RCA participation
- Partner with research & development, supporting innovation & reformulation projects
- Be an SME on instrumentation & technology leadership through emerging trends & instrument optimization
- Lead training & mentorship through SOP development & hands on training
Skills & Experiences Needed:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry (or similar) & 8 years applicable experience.
- Must have necessary credits to apply for TTB Chemist certification
- 5 years demonstrated experience in method development
- 5 years experience maintaining analytical instrumentation
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, & escalate effectively
- Ability to provide open & honest feedback that will support growth
- 2 years indirect leadership that will support Chemists in development & management of the instrumentation
At Mark Anthony, we exist to Unearth the Extraordinary:
Our Purpose is not just a statement; it is a call to action that binds us together and ignites our passion for making a difference. It is the driving force behind why we do what we do every single day, connecting our global organization across all business units, roles, and locations. We are:
Best in Our Craft
We set the standard with a pursuit of excellence that can be found in everything from our products and processes to our plants and people.
Ambitiously Curious
We stay curious, dreaming big and navigating the unknown with an enduring belief in better.
Made With Humility
We bring humility, authenticity, fun, and support to every collaboration and celebrate wins as a team.
Daringly Disruptive
We disrupt the status quo, moving fast to seize opportunities and acting scrappy to stay ahead of industry giants.