Job Description

Polysciences technical operations and scientific laboratories offer custom synthesis, contract manufacturing and packaging, and laboratory products. We are proud to offer a broad range of products and tailored solutions for the life sciences, bioprocessing, microparticles, medical device, specialty chemical and eChem industries. We adhere to ISO13485:2016, FDA cGMP 21 CFR 820 regulations, and SOCMA's ChemStewards® Management System. We believe the best scientific innovations are built through collaborations.

The Manufacturing Chemist I is responsible for the production of commercial products for the profile of Specialist Products and Lab Products. This role involves production of all commercial products as assigned per training and experience level. The Manufacturing Chemist I supports investigations, corrective actions, safety, and quality improvements on production operations with the SP and LP teams.

Essential Functions:

• Operations:

-Perform synthesis batches for the profile of SP and LP products as published on the weekly production schedule.

-Receive training as required to execute established production processes.

-Work cross functionally with other operational teams to resolve equipment and technical issues as they arise.

• Quality Assurance:

- Complete and document all activities and deviations per company GDP and QMS standards.

- Complete departmental PM and daily activities per established procedures.

- Aid in non-conformance investigations and adapt corrective actions within time allotted as assigned by management.

• Safety Compliance:

-Ensure a safe working environment by following procedures, protocols, and 5s visual standards.

-Report any near-misses, accidents, or safety violations immediately. Assist as needed in EHS investigations.

• Inventory Management:

-Contribute to inventory accuracy by ensuring batch issuance, consumable usage, and waste tracking per assigned batch tickets.

• Communication:

-Communicate to peers and management in a concise manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry of other related field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Ability to read technical documents and manuals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Knowledge of organic and inorganic chemistry reactions and typical methods of purification
• Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) preferred
• ERP systems experience preferred.

Qualifications

Education Required : Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

Certification(s): Specify preferred or required.

Computer Skills Required: Specify preferred or required.

Proficiency with Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)-preferred.

ERP systems preferred.

Other qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Ability to read technical documents and manuals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Knowledge of organic and inorganic chemistry reactions and typical methods of purification

Immediate Work Environment:

X-Chemicals Unprotected Height X- Fumes/Gases Persistent Noise

X-PPE used: Safety glasses, protective shoes, gloves, hair net, safety glasses, lab coat, respirator

Work Activity : [must equal number of hours worked per day]

Stand: 4 Frequency: Intermittently Walk: 2 Frequency: Intermittently

Sit: 2 Frequency: Intermittently Drive: 0 Frequency: Choose an item.

Lift/Carry Demands

Frequency : Lift/Carry Equipment Provided:

0-10 lbs. 1-3 hours a day None

11-25 lbs. Less than 1 hour a day Hydraulic hoists, wheeled carts

26-50 lbs. Not Daily Hydraulic hoists, wheeled carts

51-75 lbs. Rarely Pallet jacks, motorized pallet jacks, forklifts

76-100 lbs. Never Pallet jacks, motorized pallet jacks, forklifts

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