Associate Production Scientist

EnviroLogix • Portland, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

EnviroLogix is hiring an Associate Production Scientist for its Portland, Maine facility. This role supports laboratory production activities, in-process and completed-product testing, material qualification, product transfer, quality documentation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. The position may also provide cross-functional support in the production process during seasonal demand spikes.

The role requires careful adherence to safe work practices, safety policies, standard operating procedures, and standard work. The scientist will work with production and R&D, participate on cross-functional teams, and contribute both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent attention to detail and high quality standards.
• Working knowledge of computer-based systems, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work smoothly with a team, cooperating with and supporting co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently.
• Self-motivated and execution-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical data cross-functionally.
• Ability to work in laboratory and office environments.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related STEM field; relevant years of experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Follow established safe work practices and EnviroLogix safety policies; report unsafe or hazardous conditions to a supervisor or the Environmental, Health, and Safety department.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and standard work.
• Record accurate material usage and inventory transactions for test material.
• Prepare controls and standards for in-process testing.
• Perform functional testing of in-process and completed product.
• Use common laboratory equipment, including pH meters, balances, and spectrophotometers.
• Qualify raw materials and reagents.
• Prepare buffers, critical reagents, and kit components.
• Tabulate, process, report, and analyze quantitative data, including performance tracking and trending.
• Participate in troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production and equipment issues.
• Identify, segregate, and document non-conforming product.
• Participate on cross-functional teams.
• Work with production and R&D to facilitate product transfer, including documentation review, pilot production, and scale-up.
• Complete quality system documentation meticulously and on time.
• Work on continuous improvement projects individually and as part of a team.
• Provide cross-functional support in the production process during seasonal demand spikes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED