Chemist II (Night Shift)

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TITLE: Chemist II

SHIFT: Rotating 3rd Shift; 7:00PM-7:00AM

• 2-2-3 Rotating Work Schedule (every other weekend) 


• Great for work-life balance!


• Only work 3 to 4 days per week!!!

BENEFITS:  

• $1.00/hr. night shift premium


• 401k w/company match. 


• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurances effective 30 days after first full Month!


• 7 Paid Holidays & 3 Floating Holidays for use at employee's discretion


• Immediately eligible for holiday and vacation pay!


• Annual allowance for prescription safety glasses


• Climate-controlled and cleanest work environment in Morristown!


• Education & Fitness reimbursement


• Employee Product Giveaways!


• Employee Referral Program $$$!


• Associate Discount Programs

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Chemist II will be responsible for ensuring compliance with ISO, USP, CFR and other regulatory entities. Also responsible for ensuring the cGMP requirements are followed in the laboratory.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Microbiological Testing
  
  
  
  • Sample preparation and testing following USP <61>, <62> and associated chapters
  
  
  • Aseptic technique in liquid and swabbing of samples
  
  
  • Gram staining and phenotypic ID using API
  
  
  • Environmental Monitoring in Plant and for Personnel
  
  
  • Maintain Microbiological Notebooks and digital records
  
  
  • CPM of Plant Systems and Laboratory Controls
  
  
  
  


• Chemical Testing
  
  
  
  • GC – Maintenance and Operation
  
  
  • HPLC or uHPLC – Maintenance and Operation
  
  
  • Titration via manual or auto-titrator
  
  
  • Solution preparations and Standard preparations and storage
  
  
  • TOC – Maintenance and Operation
  
  
  • FTIR – Maintenance and Operation
  
  
  • UV/Vis – Maintenance and Operation
  
  
  • pH/Density/Conductivity
  
  
  • High Pressure gas bottle and Gas Generator maintenance
  
  
  
  


• Physical Testing
  
  
  
  • Weights, diameters, thickness, volume, integrity, flow rates, etc.
  
  
  
  


• Demonstrate commitment to Rockline’s RRITE Values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.


• Associates have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of each associate’s essential accountabilities.


• Contribute to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work, as needed or requested

This position is designated as Safety-Sensitive (A safety-sensitive position is one in which the associate’s inability or impaired ability to perform their job-related tasks could result in a direct threat to the associate’s safety or the safety of others).

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential accountabilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)

• BS degree in Chemistry or Biology or Physics


• 3-5 years experience in a QC Lab (preferably in an FDA or Pharma environment)


• Qualitative and quantitative Chemical analysis skills. Strong math skills.


• Strong Computer and Network Systems knowledge and application


• Ability to handle a fast pace, high stress environment while still maintaining RFT testing results


• Investigating Out of specification (OOS) test results (preferable knowledge of FDA Guidance)


• Demonstrated strong analytical instrumentation trouble shooting skills


• Advanced problem-solving skills, demonstrated self-driven innovative approaches to roadblocks


• Attendance at ACS Short Courses and Certificates, or Short Courses online

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: (The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)

• Standing, sitting, reading, writing, reasoning/analyzing, and social interaction.


• Frequent carrying and lifting 0-10 pounds, repetitive hand movement, reading, writing, reasoning/analyzing, and social interaction


• Occasional carrying and lifting 10-30 pounds, standing/walking, bending/twisting, pushing/pulling, reaching above shoulder, and calculating

WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• This role takes place mostly in an Laboratory office setting. Moderate exposure to noise, fumes, odors, and hazards.


• Environmental Monitoring and Plant Validation duties will require working in the Plant environment to collect samples.

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt