Chemist I

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Provide routine analytical services using ICP, wet chemistry techniques and other typical analytical techniques used for raw materials, in-process and finish product assays Support Research and Development projects Interpret results of analyses to provide information to production, sales and customers Document test results in Notebooks, Controlled Documents and Forms; maintain accurate and complete quality records Assist with Product Development requests. Schedule/perform laboratory equipment calibration (daily and third-party annual) Maintain all laboratory equipment and supplies to prevent testing delays Conduct OOS investigations, as needed. Maintain Chemical Inventory and Master Chemical lists Maintain Chemical CoA binders Will provide validation and qualification support for instrumentation, methods, including, writing and reviewing protocols while maintaining a laboratory notebook Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas Follow, understand and comply with Giles/Premier SOP's and policies on cGMPs and Safety Support improvement projects and drive efficiency through utilization of LEAN management principles Perform other Laboratory, Quality and/or Safety support functions as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND TRAINING

: andnbsp; Fundamental understanding of cGMP and Safety regulations. Experience in an analytical laboratory setting. Ability to develop and implement test methods. Experience in a supervisory role a plus. Possess oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, strong organizational abilities, and able to work in a team environment. Must have strong personal time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and to work with minimal supervision. Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel). Customer oriented mindset. Background in medical, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing a plus

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

: andnbsp;andnbsp; andnbsp;Minimum BS/BA Degree in Chemistry or allied fields No experience required

WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

: These are considered essential duties and are illustrative of those job tasks, which are fundamental. Work will take place in a warehouse environment. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work will take place in various types of manufacturing environments as well as in outdoor settings. Prolonged standing, climbing, pulling and lifting of heavy objects may be included in the job tasks.