Job Description
Job Description
Natural Organics Inc. is a privately held company in Melville, NY proudly doing business for over 50 years.
NaturesPlus is the flagship brand of Natural Organics, a family-driven dietary supplement manufacturer that has been trusted by generations of loyal consumers. Our unique fusion of nature and science has led to the development of formulations including multivitamins, shake powders and specialty products tailored to the needs of men, women and children...all designed to enable our customers to live their best lives.
We are currently seeking a QC Chemist for our Amityville NY location.
The QC Chemist I is responsible for supporting the Quality Control group in the performance of advanced analytical testing techniques and use and maintenance of QC equipment and the QC laboratory. The functions include but are not limited to:
- Performance of advanced analytical testing techniques and use lab instrumentations. Techniques and equipment include but are not limited to:
- Preparation of standard solutions, mobile phases and solutions, and other preparations for sample analysis
- Use of HPLCs, UV-VIS instruments, ICP-OES and ICP-MS instruments, Titrations, NIR and FTIR instruments.
- Maintain chemical and material inventories.
- Work effectively with individual instrument's computer software, spreadsheets, and word processing applications, as they apply to sample analysis (example Empower3 HPLC software).
- Performance of testing for all raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, and stability and other samples assigned.
- Reading and training on standard operating procedures to carry out general laboratory operations in an effective and safe manner, while maintaining a clean an orderly workspace.
- Detecting and reporting laboratory events and OOS/OOT results to laboratory management and the execution of the subsequent investigations.
- Adherence to and being knowledgeable in QC procedures and test methods and support the training of new and less experienced personnel.
- Use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE), as defined by a materials SDS and internal standard operating procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
- Be knowledgeable with a strong understand of cGMP/cGLP and other regulatory requirements and execute/document all testing in the laboratory according to these standards.
- Review Quality documentation and test data for completeness and compliance, forward as required.
- Participate in continuous improvement of the Quality Control group and site as a whole; record keeping, lab processes, site safety, etc.
- Performance of additional work as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (safety glasses, respirator, gloves, etc.)
Must possess good written and verbal English skills. Must possess good mathematical skills.
Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift/carry 10-25 lbs.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in a science field.
5+ years prior experience working in a laboratory, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or nutritional supplement industry. Strong understanding of analytical chemistry and techniques. Must possess excellent written and verbal English skills.
Must have excellent Computer skills. Must possess excellent mathematical skills.
Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision.
Ability to troubleshoot problems with equipment and methods and perform or suggest appropriate corrective actions. Good communication required.
Benefits: Competitive salary, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Aflac, Short- and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with company match, Generous paid time off days and holidays, Opportunities for professional development and growth, Discounted vitamins and supplements.
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