Associate Quality Control Chemist (Laboratory) at Millipore Corporation in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin

Job Description:

The Associate Quality Control Chemist will perform routine assignments using existing procedures and evaluate products according to established protocols, provide technical support to others and perform operations in support of the group and department.



Responsibilities:



include, but are not limited to, the following: Conduct chemical suitability tests in accordance with guidelines of the quality management system Perform routine analytical tests and primary review in compliance with standardized methodology Operate analytical equipment and software such as titration(s), spectroscopy, chromatography, and more Document and process analytical data Perform standard stoichiometry and unit conversions Compare analytical data against established library(s) and product specification(s) Input analytical data into process management software (ERP software) Maintain complete and accurate records consistent with quality guidelines Safely handle, process, route and request stock suitability samples Train new hires on relevant SOPs and operations in assigned work area(s), as defined Perform basic analytical problem solving Support general laboratory functions and routine maintenances Perform equipment maintenance, restock laboratory supplies, and practice proper waste disposal in accordance to existing guidelines Run performance verifications and calibrations in accordance to standard operating procedures Assist with reagent and chemical management in the laboratory Train and collaborate cross functionally with other team members, equivalent to level of expertise Develop and apply basic understanding of analytical/product development, validation(s) and maintenanceIdentify opportunities for quality improvement in compliance with Quality Management System Write and submit quality deviation record(s) for management review Contribute to the document management program: Create and update department SOPs, equivalent to level of expertise Participate in quality-related discussions during team meetings, equivalent to level of expertise Participate in safety trainings and coordinate basic process, quality, and safety improvement project(s) with management support Communicate with relevant management and departments to ensure customer focused excellence Provide status updates on operations and bring any deviations to the attention of your supervisor Work with and support internal department teams Supply information to customers and site visitors based on training, experience and knowledgeSupport quality and customer audits, equivalent to level of expertise Provide basic technical and operations related feedback internally and externally Complete routine procedure and policy trainings through the Learning Management System Process and route analytical data through a sample tracking system Conduct job functions in a safe and timely manner Assist team members with overflow work Use metric tracking system Participate in department meetings Execute job responsibilities to management expectation, aligning to individual, department, and site objectives (equivalent to level of expertise)Hours: Wed - Sat, 4:30 PM - 2:30 AM



Physical Attributes:



Wear appropriate protective gear, (hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes) and other personal protection equipment "PPE" to protect from toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particlesView computer monitors for long periods of timeSit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch or crawl for long periods of time while performing the duties of this jobAbility to speak, hear and smellOccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and may need to lift more than 50 pounds with assistanceUse close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision and have the ability to adjust focusRegularly use phones, computers, computer monitors and all office/laboratory equipment



Who You Are:




Minimum Qualifications:



Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biochemistry,chemical engineering or other life science discipline ORHigh School Diploma or GED and a combination of 1+ year of experience for each full year of education in a life science discipline, chemical production or laboratory environment



Preferred Qualifications:



Knowledge in chemistry or biochemistry, math and general scienceFamiliar with laboratory instruments and production equipmentIndependent chemistry lab research experienceExperience with process and analytical techniques, equipment and unit operations Safe chemical handling methodsStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to compute chemical calculations and conversions Ability to adapt, self-motivate, and think critically Excellent organization and time management skillsDatabase software management skillsSkilled in making decisions and attention to detailBasic understanding of Data Integrity