CHEMIST II

FORMULATED Solutions LLC•Largo, FL

About The Position

The Chemist II will ensure the timely and accurate testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products by applying validated analytical methods and sound scientific principles, while maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Contribute to laboratory efficiency, data integrity, and continuous improvement initiatives, and support the development of team capabilities through training and technical guidance.

Requirements

Ability to use a personal computer and peripheral equipment to accurately enter and analyze data and produce reports.
Knowledge of chemical safety and protective equipment.
Knowledge of various analytical equipment and techniques utilized in an analytical laboratory.
Ability to follow established priorities, work independently and productively.
Communicate with others clearly and concisely.
Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment-sometimes rapidly shifting priorities. Ability to concentrate in such an environment and perform quality work.

Nice To Haves

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.

Responsibilities

Testing of incoming materials, in process/bulk/intermediate, finished product, and stability samples using wet bench and physical techniques, plus instrumentation such as FTIR, UV-VIS, etc., and basic chromatography while growing and training in complex chromatographic analyses
Accurately records raw data and analyzes, calculates, and interprets the results
Enters results in appropriate lab systems, such as ERP and LIMS
Performs daily verification activities, basic calibration and preventative maintenance tasks, and assists with calibration of HPLC, GC, AA, TOC as part of ongoing training
Is qualified to review and disposition samples/lots in their respective area
Ability to train and qualify junior co-workers
Assists in out of specification (OOS) test results and investigation
Ensure testing is performed accurately and in compliance with GLP, GMP, USP, SOP and other approved test methods
Participates in method verification/validation/transfer tasks as directed by supervisor and may provide review of raw data and/or reports
Maintain reagents in laboratory including but not limited to inventory, current MSDS, PPE required for handling, waste generation and disposal
May flex to other Quality teams/departments to assist when needed
Promote GMP and safety throughout the facility
Promote continuous improvement and customer satisfaction
Assists to follow-up on OOS’s and CAPAs to verify compliance
Potential exists for exposure to potentially harmful chemicals
Participate in other activities as assigned by the Quality Supervisor