Job Title: QC Chemist

Location: South Milwaukee, WI

Industry: Manufacturing (consumer products)

Status of Hire: direct placement; permanent

Pay: 64-78K

Hours: 7am-5pm M-Th and ½ day Fridays 8am-12pm with flexible hours (within reason).

On-site presence required (not hybrid/remote)

Reports to: QC Lab Supervisor

Position Summary:

The QC Chemist II will be responsible for performing Quality Control Laboratory Testing activities in a fast paced environment, and perform technical tasks that support production operations; routine and non-routine chemical testing of raw materials, bulk products, finished goods, stability samples, validation samples; and method transfer procedures.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Test method development: research test method options for new products and develop the test methods to meet requirements.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the lab manager within the specified timeline.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware issues with analytical instrumentation.
• Author test method validation protocols and prepare final validation packages.
• Execute testing per approved test method validation protocols.
• Prioritize work load and schedule testing to meet production and distribution plans.
• Perform batch release and finished good testing to ensure Quality Control on all manufactured goods.
• Perform stability testing and assist with maintenance of the stability program for all products.
• Conduct analysis on raw ingredients using internal test method/specifications and USP criteria.
• Maintain the raw ingredient qualification and annual testing program per the SOP.
• Complete the required preventative maintenance on instrumentation, and schedule calibrations of laboratory equipment.
• Perform Out-of-Specification investigations and document findings in a report.
• Conduct investigative testing on products per our consumer complaint procedure.
• Support regulatory inspections by the FDA.

Required Experience, Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry is required, or minimum of 10 years applicable work experience as a chemist is required.
• This position is required to be onsite full time.
• Understand test method validation regulatory guidelines and Industry standards.
• Previous experience with new test method development is expected.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with GC, HPLC, FT-IR analytical test methods.
• Previous experience working in a cGMP/GLP environment is required.
• Previous experience with raw ingredient testing.
• Computer knowledge of data collection and spreadsheet software, practical experience with ERP systems, and strong research resources.
• Multitasking and time management skills are critical for this position because of the fast-paced environment and the varied job tasks that are part of the position.