Chemist I

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! Prepares and mixes chemical solutions working carefully from written procedure. Maintains and cleans facilities for doing work. At Neogen Corporation, we believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a Chemist , you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to protect and enhance global food and animal safety! This role follows an onsite model to accommodate business needs and foster team collaboration.

Hours:

Sunday-Wednesday, 8:00pm-6:30am (3rd shift) (Occasional Thursday overtime may be required with a minimum 48-hour notice)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Sets up, mixes and/or delivers production chemicals used in a manufacturing or process area where accuracy of chemical composition is important (e.g., agar, media, lyophilized solutions) in process operation. Operates autoclaves, preparators, and pressurized kettles. Works from written and verbal instructions. Removes and disposes of waste chemicals, solvents and acids. Performs upkeep and cleaning of laboratory spaces, equipment, and glassware. Handles SAP transactions for consumption of materials used. May be required to clean up chemical spills.

Education and Experience:

College education (Preferred) - either graduated or actively pursuing a degree in Protein Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field. Required minimum of 1-3 years of related work experience or hands-on college laboratory experience.

Work Environment:

Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and occasionally toxic, pathogenic, or caustic agents. Noise level typically low to moderate Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Please press Apply to submit your application. Come Be Part Of A Mission that Matters! From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world's food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.