Process Group Chemist

Job Title: Scientific - Process Group Chemist

Location: Carlsbad, CA

Duration: 12 Months on W2 contract

Job Description:

The Process Group Chemist, in accordance with forecasted requirements, participates in the manufacture of products within QSR and ISO regulations. This position reviews and reconciles documents and work orders, supports assigned projects with minimal supervision, participates in product transfers, leads or supports departmental troubleshooting and process improvement teams, and displays an improving working knowledge of business processes as they relate to manufacturing.

• Manufactures (i.e. Formulates bulks, and Quality Controls) products (i.e. Lateral flow devices, controls/calibrators and microtiter systems) while adhering to regulatory requirements and business polices /procedures and schedules.
• Provides training to chemistry staff on Manufacturing Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Displays leadership by assessing issues affecting departmental performance, Quality standards, and product quality then communicates to management and initiates appropriate corrective action.
• Supports departmental troubleshooting, cross-functional projects and process improvement teams.
• Reviews completed Device History Records and performs financial reviews of work orders. Initiates appropriate corrective action through Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Maintains daily adherence to Production goals relating to MUV/LUV, labor utilization, work order closure, and schedule adherence.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned (Last bullet required in North America)

Parameter Description

The Key

Stakeholders Internal Customers:

• Inventory Control - obtains/returns materials, resolves material variances related to work order usage.
• SAP S/4HANA - reconciles work orders, checks material availability, BOMs, general manufacturing queries, and closes work orders; prepares work order variance reports.
• Process Engineering - technical troubleshooting, product transfers. § Production - coordinates optimization/matrix assembly
• Planning - works with supervisor and planners to develop weekly schedule and report on schedule adherence.
• R&D - participate in product transfers, validations, resolution of technical issues.
• Quality/Documentation - ECO's, NCMR's, deviations, validations, QTP's, investigation reports.

External Customers: n/a

The Individual Required Skills:

• B.S./B.A. Life/Applied Sciences or equivalent experience.
• Basic algebraic, statistical and mathematical skills.
• General computer knowledge and experience with EXCEL or equivalent programs.
• Proficient in data analysis, data summary, and presentation
• Good organizational skills.
• Laboratory skills, such as protein purification, antibody conjugation, solution preparation.
• ELISA experience, assay development skills, etc.
• Good verbal and written communication skill
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of QSR's and ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of experimental design.
• Basic Chemistry or Biochemistry.

Preferred Skills:

• Preferred minimum of 3-4 years of related work experience in a GMP environment.

How We Work At Client, our culture is shaped by four core behaviors that guide how we collaborate, make decisions, and support each other and those we serve. The ideal candidate will exhibit these behaviors, as we believe they're essential to how we thrive as a team and achieve meaningful impact:

• Thrive Together - Collaborate intentionally, grow as a team
• Make It Happen - Focus on priorities, embrace continuous improvement
• Commit to Service - Cultivate a service mindset

Parameter Description

• Embrace Inclusion - Be open and authentic, welcome diverse perspectives

The Work

• Environment
• The work environment characteristics are representative of a laboratory environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards.
• Potentially hazardous chemicals, infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines.

The Physical

• Demands
• Position requires ability to lift up to 20 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Up to 75% of time at lab bench or desk, walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate lab equipment.
• Position requires use of Personal Protective Equipment as posted.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $ 32.00-$38.00 per hour.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include [geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate].

Contact:

Sharath Babu: sharath.b@sunrisesys.com | (732) 395-4575 | URL: www.sunrisesys.com