Analytical Chemist I - 1St Shift Tuesday To Saturday

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

Responsible for the accurate analysis of incoming raw materials utilizing current USP, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), Nice Pak’s / PDI Test Methods (NPTM), Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Assures tested raw materials 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 using current USP, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), Nice Pak’s / PDI Test Methods (NPTM), and or customer supply method on raw materials, the testing may include but not limited to: pH determination, viscosity, refractive index, specific gravity, etc.
• Test incoming raw chemicals, components and assure that all the required certification required is accurate and within specification.
• Perform identification of various chemicals or formulations as per methodology and requirements
• Assist in the sampling, testing and release of raw materials when needed
• Conduct wet chemical titration to determine the percentage of activity on various solutions and raw materials
• Perform daily calibration, reading, and recording of instruments within the Analytical Lab
• Determine the active percentage of various components as required by specifications using of instruments (IR, UV, Auto-titrator, etc.)

REPORTING & ANALYSIS:

• Ensure that all results are accurately recorded in appropriate laboratory logs, designated forms and/or LIMS system.

Lab Maintenance:

• Update management or designee with analytical supplies issue
• Clean laboratory at specified intervals by following appropriate SOP and/or WI
• Prepare and maintain laboratory test solutions and titrants

Additional Requirements:

• Complete necessary forms, as needed
• Determine products’ QC disposition from the lab

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Ensure sampling, testing, and release of raw materials is done efficiently.
• Maintain lab cleanliness in a timely manner.
• Test Raw Materials and release it in a timely manner

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, other related science

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Must know Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Be able to read, write and speak English
• Read and comprehend Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A minimum of 0 – 3 years’ work experience in a laboratory environment (Analytical Chemistry Lab preferred) or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

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.)