Analytical Chemist - ChemRite

Overview

Chem Rite is looking for a meticulous and scientifically driven Chemical Analyst to join our Quality Control team within a fast-paced liquid fill manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing analytical testing on raw materials, in-process blends, and finished products to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory standards. This role is essential to maintaining product quality and ensuring readiness for production and release.

• Has Chemistry or qualifying work experience
• At least 18 years of age, US Citizen or alien authorized to work in the United State
• Able to read, speak and comprehend English
• Capable of executing basic algebra; demonstrates understanding of integral
• Demonstrates comprehension of the Scientific Method
• Has completed all required and listed training programs at CRC
• Able to work Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 p

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
• 1-3 years of experience in a quality control laboratory, preferably within a liquid manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment (cosmetics, personal care, pharma, etc.)
• Strong understanding of laboratory instrumentation and techniques (e.g., HPLC, GC, IR spectroscopy, wet chemistry)
• Working knowledge of GMP, GLP, cGDP, and quality system requirement
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skill
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and LIMS or similar quality management system
• Has a background with manufacturing methods, process improvement program
• Experience in method validation and instrument troubleshooting
• Familiarity with FDA or ISO 22716 guideline
• Ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams in a dynamic production environment

• Executes pre-validation and GMP validation analytical work in Gas Chromatography (GC), auto titration, manual titration, Total Organic Carbon (TOC) and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Authors validation protocols, pre-validation reports, test methods, and validation reports
• Investigations and root cause analysis of Out of Specification (OOS) analytical results in concert with quality leaders
• Perform bench-scale adjustments for out-of-specification (OOS) blends and prepare and document blend adjustment instructions as needed
• Carry out environmental monitoring of the production facility including sampling and analysis of water, air, and surfaces to ensure GMP compliance
• Executes complete and accurate GMP documentation
• Executes analysis to facilitate production according to established test methods
• Possess solid technical and computer skills to use company software applications and lab equipment (GC, titration, TOC analysis and HPLC) proficiency
• Performs quality control tests on incoming raw materials, batch mixes and finished goods per established standards
• Completes accurate documentation procedures for tests, inspection results, and defects related to chemical raw materials, packaging materials, or finished packaging
• Conducts inspections on production lines for proper BOM, weights, torques, codes, labeling, aesthetics, product quality, outer cartons, taping and palletizing
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies in laboratory workflows and recommending solutions
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, including proper storage of retains, reagents, and waste
• Checks calibration of lab equipment per established standards
• Demonstrates the ability to identify problems and appropriate solutions quickly in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills to achieve quality, efficiency, and cleanliness standards, as well as customer satisfaction
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and detail orientation

• Organizational Commitment:
  Acts consistently with company values and norms; effectively uses organizational guidelines and procedures to solve problems
• Communication/Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Communicates respectfully with people at all levels both internally and externally; gathers and gives relevant information to others in a timely manner; actively participates in group discussions
• Quality Control:
  Follows internal processes and procedures to ensure consistent, accurate and complete quality results; maintains cleanliness of QA desk, lab and retain room, equipment and instruments in compliance with OTC standards