What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist II position at PL Developments?
PL Developments, also known as PLD, is a leading manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods.
Summary
The Chemist II performs quality control testing on raw materials and finished products, prepares reagents, conducts Instrument Qualification, Analytical Method Verification and Analytical Method Transfers, and ensures compliance with pharmacopeial standards and cGMP. Responsibilities include data analysis, documentation, equipment operation, and supporting and method validation activities. Requires a bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological discipline, 3–5 years of industry experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in lab instrumentation and computer applications.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 11am-7:30pm
Job Qualifications
PLD is a proud equal opportunity employer offering many corporate benefits, including:
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Summary
The Chemist II performs quality control testing on raw materials and finished products, prepares reagents, conducts Instrument Qualification, Analytical Method Verification and Analytical Method Transfers, and ensures compliance with pharmacopeial standards and cGMP. Responsibilities include data analysis, documentation, equipment operation, and supporting and method validation activities. Requires a bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological discipline, 3–5 years of industry experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in lab instrumentation and computer applications.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 11am-7:30pm
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological discipline
- 3-5 years of industry experience
- Experience in regulated/cGMP environment is preferred
- Knowledge of current SCM concepts and principles
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established timelines
- Strong organizational, technical writing, and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in computer applications
- Perform routine quality control testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
- Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel
- Evaluates and develops methods and instrument-operations for accuracy and precision, including participation in method validation, verification, and transfer activities as assigned.
- Performs analytical testing in accordance with USP/NF, EP, BP and JP Pharmacopeias, compendiums or other Standard Testing Methods (STMs)
- Conducts qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical testing
- Evaluates materials for compliance to standards and specifications
- Creates proper laboratory records in accordance to cGMP and company Standard Opearating Procedures and Policies
- Reviews and analyzes test results for reliability
- Operates laboratory equipment, such as analytical balances, pH meters, HPLC, GC, UV, IR, Dissolution equipment, Disintegration apparatus, etc
- Participates in the training of new personnel in the laboratory, as assigned.
- Support and document Out‑of‑Specification (OOS), Out‑of‑Trend (OOT), and laboratory investigations.
- Maintain laboratory areas, equipment, and documentation in a clean, organized, and inspection‑ready state.
- Perform all other tasks that will be oriented by QC management as required
- Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures
- Works frequently in a lab environment, handling chemicals
- Employees are required to wear eye protection and lab coats while in the lab area
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lbs
- Ability to regularly stand, sit, and walk to perform tasks
PLD is a proud equal opportunity employer offering many corporate benefits, including:
- Medical and Dental Benefits
- Vision
- 401K with employer match
- Group Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Corporate Discount Program
- Opportunities to Flourish Within the Company
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