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Nice Pak Analytical Chemist - Level II - 1st shift in Orangeburg, New York
Description
Driven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!
POSITION PURPOSE
The Analytical Chemist is responsible for the accurate analysis of incoming raw materials, bulk liquids, and finished products utilizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), Nice Pak’s Test Methods (NPTM) Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Assures tested raw materials, bulk liquids, and finished products have met the required specification criteria prior to release. Maintain accurate, complete, and traceable documentation related to analysis and disposition.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Testing Requirements:
Performance of diversified chemical testing as needed by current USP, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), Nice Pak’s / PDI Test Methods (NPTM on raw materials, bulk liquids, and finished products. The testing may include but not limited to: pH determination, viscosity, refractive index, specific gravity, etc.
Conduct wet chemical titration to determine the percentage of activity on various solutions and raw materials, bulk liquids, and finished products and by the use of instruments such as: GC, HPLC, IR, UV, Auto-titrator, etc.
Determine the percentage of various components as required by specifications
Perform identification of various chemicals or formulations as per methodology USP/NF and other test requirements
REPORTING & ANALYSIS:
- Ensure that all results are accurately recorded in appropriate laboratory logs, designated forms and/or LIMS system.
Lab Maintenance:
Provide support for purchasing analytical supplies
Prepare solutions and titrants when required
Clean laboratory work related area
Perform calibration, reading, and recording of instruments within the Analytical Chemistry Lab
Prepare and maintain laboratory test solutions
Additional Requirements:
Determine products’ disposition
Complete necessary forms
Coordinate release of liquid batches including designation of reassay/expiration date
Assist in the sampling, testing and release of raw materials when needed
Determine the toxicity and pH of waste tanks at designated intervals
Handles special projects and assignments as delegated (method transfer, method validation)
Train lower-level Chemists in the use of instruments, methodology, SOPs, WIs, GLP, GMPs, etc
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
Test raw materials, batches, and finished products in a timely manner
Ensure release of raw materials, batches, and finished products are done efficiently
Maintain Lab cleanliness in a timely manner
Ensure proper new / refresher training of Analytical I Chemists
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, other related science
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Must know MS Office (Word, Excel...)
Minimum knowledge of LIMS
Demonstrate ability to perform work accurately and be able to follow test methodology.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
A minimum of 3 – 6 years’ experience in a laboratory environment (Analytical Chemistry Lab preferred)
GC, HPLC, Wet Chemistry
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to multi-task and have good time management skills
Must have good communication and customer service skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Incumbents in this class are subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, lifting materials weighing up to 30 pounds, vision to monitor and moderate to loud noise levels. Incumbents may be exposed to or work with toxic materials, toxic gases, electrical hazards, dangerous tools and equipment. Work is performed in laboratory environment. Incumbents must be able to use personal protective equipment (e.g. respirators, gloves, etc.)
SALARY RANGE
- $65,000 - $70,000 annually
BENEFITS
PDI is pleased to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits for our associates, which includes:
Medical, behavioral & prescription drug coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental
Vision
401(k) savings plan with company match and profit sharing
Basic and supplemental Life and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short & long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Advocacy Program
PDI also offers many voluntary benefits such as: Legal services, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, ID theft and fraud protection, pet insurance and employee discounts.
At PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide associates with paid time off programs including: sick & safe leave, vacation, company & floating holidays, paid parental leave, and depending on the position we also offer summer hours and flex place/flex time options.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
