Associate Production Scientist
About The Position
EnviroLogix is seeking an Associate Production Scientist for its Portland, Maine facility. The role supports production and product quality through laboratory testing, preparation of materials and reagents, accurate inventory and quality-system documentation, data analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. The position also works with production and R&D on product transfers, including documentation review, pilot production, and scale-up. Although not a primary responsibility, the role may provide cross-functional production support during seasonal demand spikes.
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 cooperatively with a team, supporting coworkers.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
- Self-motivation, an execution-oriented approach, and ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical data effectively across functions.
- Ability to work in laboratory and office environments.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to use a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to regularly lift 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related STEM field; relevant years of experience may substitute.
Responsibilities
- Follow safe work practices and EnviroLogix safety policies and procedures, and report unsafe or hazardous conditions to a supervisor or the Environmental, Health, and Safety department.
- Adhere to standard operating procedures and standard work.
- Record material usage and inventory transactions for test material accurately.
- Prepare controls and standards for in-process testing.
- Perform functional testing of in-process and completed products.
- 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 when needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
