Production Scientist 2 or 3, Chemistry

Promega•Madison, WI

About The Position

OUR TEAM: The Promega Chappelle Manufacturing Center team consists of innovative professionals with diverse skillsets who work together to achieve our goal to safely manufacture high-quality small molecules that are used in Promega’s Life Science products to improve lives around the globe. To achieve this goal, we build strong relationships, collaborate openly, and embrace an attitude of “How can we do this the right way?” when we face challenges. We believe that to succeed as a team we need to create a space of optimistic learning and shared belonging, leveraging each other’s strengths and celebrating our differences. We are looking to build our team with members who share these values and who are inspired to take on the new opportunities that inevitably await! YOUR ROLE: This scientist will work with production scale equipment and 1 – 2000 L reaction vessels using state-of-the-art automated systems and organic synthesis / purification techniques. Additionally, assist in drafting technical documentation as needed, and provide training as required. JOB OBJECTIVE: Safely manufactures high quality chemical compounds and provides leadership on the floor. Leads new and complex chemical processes through multiple stages of development.

Requirements

B.S. / M.S. degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related scientific discipline and 3 to 7+ years of related experience processing in a GDP chemical manufacturing environment that ensures you are ready to be successful in this role.
OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 to 12+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
Experience handling hazardous compounds and wearing PPE.
Glassware, Kilo, and Pilot Plant Scale manufacturing experience, up to 500-gallon reactor size.
Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations using a calculator. Understanding of concepts such as order of operations, significant figures, and percentages.
Competent in stoichiometric calculations in the metric system.
Proficiency in typing, email, use of a computer, and standard Microsoft Office software to communicate and work efficiently.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thrives in a team environment.
Familiarity with chemical processes such as distillation, flash chromatography, filtration, and reactions.
Demonstrated proficiency in analytical data interpretation (HPLC, GC, NMR, etc.).
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Experience managing a project and/or leading a team in a production environment.
Experience in process transfer or scale-up involving complex chemistry.
Demonstrated proficiency in digital tools and technology, including Microsoft applications and mobile platforms, with the ability to adapt and leverage emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency, automation, and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Experienced in Process Development and Transfer from bench-scale to production-scale.
Nuanced understanding of quality systems affecting processes and ability to navigate in a challenging regulatory environment.
Prior experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
Willingness to participate on Spill Response Team.

Responsibilities

Manufactures a wide variety of chemical compounds as part of a dynamic production team.
Acts as lead production scientist for a program and trains new production leads.
Trains new staff in processes, equipment, and procedures.
Documents all production activities in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Collaborates with Analytical, Quality Assurance, Procurement, EHS, and other departments to ensure continuity of process and prevent delays.
Safely handles, transfers, and manipulates chemicals in accordance with all policies and procedures while utilizing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and engineering controls.
Cooperate with production teammates to ensure safe, high-quality production.
Communicate with the production team and management to ensure alignment on goals and obstacles.
Reacts to complex challenges with appropriate solutions ensuring appropriate notification to all affected parties.
Assists process transfer scientists and engineers during project design and transfer.
Drafts batch records and standard operating procedures.
Understands and complies with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.
Demonstrates inclusion through their own words and actions and is accountable for a safe workspace. Acts with kindness, curiosity and respect for others.
Embracing and being open to incorporating Promega’s 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work.
Understands and complies with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.