Chemist I - Nutrition Manufacturing - Night Shift - Casa Grande, AZ
About The Position
The Chemist I provides essential technical support for laboratory operations by conducting routine testing, preparing solutions and reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, and ensuring accurate documentation of results. This entry-level role works under direct supervision and supports activities within Quality, Production, Research & Development, and Compliance/Environmental functions while adhering to company and regulatory standards. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on laboratory experience while supporting critical quality, production, and research activities. The Chemist I plays an important role in ensuring accurate testing, maintaining laboratory efficiency, and supporting the delivery of high-quality products.
Requirements
- Technical Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent education in Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or a related technical field preferred.
- Basic understanding of laboratory practices, procedures, and safety requirements.
- Ability to accurately follow written instructions, standard operating procedures, and testing protocols.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
- Ability to maintain organized records and documentation.
- Proficiency with standard laboratory equipment and computer applications.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment under direct supervision.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine laboratory procedures, including the preparation of solutions, reagents, samples, and testing materials.
- Conduct basic laboratory analyses and technical procedures following established protocols and work instructions.
- Observe, collect, and accurately record test results and laboratory data.
- Perform routine calculations and compile data for review and evaluation.
- Support laboratory operations by stocking, organizing, and distributing supplies and equipment.
- Assemble, arrange, dismantle, clean, and maintain laboratory apparatus and workspaces.
- Collect, clean, and properly store laboratory glassware and equipment.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
- Assist with the analysis, tracking, and management of compounds, samples, and related laboratory inventories as assigned.
- Support laboratory functions in one or more areas, including: Production, Research & Development, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, Compliance and Environmental Monitoring.
- Follow all safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
- Accountable for meeting compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
