Analytical Chemist II

Purpose and Scope

Chemist II is responsible for Stability program management, method development and validation on HPLC and GC, testing raw materials, in-process blends and finished good. Assuring all testing is performed with the highest degree of accuracy and efficiency.

Education Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related Field, or equivalent nutritional laboratory experience

Skills and Abilities

• 3-5 years experience with running Agilent and/or Hitachi HPLCs in industry setting.
• Experience with running ICP-MS a plus
• 3-5 years experience with running GC in industry setting.
• Knowledge of chemical/physical principles, theories, and established methodologies sufficient to perform the full range of duties involved in analytical testing.
• HPLC and GC Method Development experience including validation and documentation.
• Ability to gather and analyze information
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment, multi-task, prioritize assignments, and plan effectively.
• Knowledge of MS office suite, specifically Excel and Access
• Ability to understand and follow SOPs and Quality Procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Essential Responsibilities

• Accountable for activities involve in method development for HPLC and GC analysis in support of the ISO 17025:2017 quality program and includes analytical testing, performance of qualification of unique QC instruments, interpretation, and evaluation of analyses in terms of accuracy and precision compared against established specifications.
• Perform standard qualitative and quantitative analysis utilizing accepted test methods, including process validation.
• Utilizes standard analytical chemistry techniques.
• Oversight and Management of Stability Program, including but not limited to setting up Stability studies for clients, reviewing all data for stability studies ensuring proper methods are utilized as well as communication with clients in regards to stability study progress.
• Prepare and standardize volumetric solutions, test solutions and reagents used in monograph analysis such as USP, NF, AOAC.
• Prepare and document preparations of test solutions and reagents accurately.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and review completed data prior to validation of results
• Ensure accuracy of testing procedures and reporting of results in accordance with relevant standard methods and documented procedures.
• Compile and analyze test information to determine operating efficiency and to diagnose malfunctions.
• Clean and maintain laboratory instruments to guarantee all instruments are in working order – troubleshoot problems and issues that arise with all laboratory instruments.
• Manage and prioritized multiple projects.
• Train other personnel regarding the correct operating procedures to analyze physical properties or components of various materials.
• Comply to ISO 17025:2017 Quality management protocols
• Routine self-assessment and peer review of other chemists work prior to laboratory release.
• Investigate and prepare out of specification (OOS) reports utilizing critical thinking necessary to explore all options and address problem areas with input on update and correction of potential issues.
• Provide strategy in root cause analysis for products sample failure in corrective action reports (CAR)
• Resolve testing and method issues by regular SOP review and update to current industry standards for all new and existing products
• Provide regular communication to management to ensure any issues are

Work Environment:

Laboratory environment which may include long hours standing, sitting, bending, twisting, walking, exposure to chemicals, strong and/or unusual odors.

Current work schedule is 3 – 12 hour days, 6am-6:30pm. 2 Shifts – 6 days per week. Must be willing to work every other Saturday, and overtime as required.

This is a full-time position with salary dependent on qualifications in Utah County.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $33