Analytical Chemist

Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.

We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.

AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS

What we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.

WHY ORTEC? The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work - a company where we work as many, and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!

We offer an excellent benefit package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• On-Site Nurse
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
• 401k with match
• Anniversary Cash Award
• And much more...

POSITION SUMMARY

The R&D Analytical Chemist will work very closely with the R&D Manager to fulfill various project goals, which includes but is not limited to:

• Perform analytical test of R&D products, raw materials and stability samples using instrumentation, such as, HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, FT-IR, Karl Fisher, capillary viscosity, NMR, etc.
• Assist or prepare analytical method development plans and test method documentation
• Review laboratory data for accuracy, consistency and completeness; identify results with potential issues requiring further investigation
• Prepare summary reports from laboratory data to ensure compliance with cGMP and GLP requirements
• Analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, and reactions, utilizing chromatography, spectroscopy, and spectrophotometry techniques
• Compile and analyze test information for R&D group
• Coordinate and advise laboratory personnel in test procedures for analyzing components and physical properties of materials
• Abide by all Company and OSHA safety standards set for work areas

• BS or MS in scientific discipline (preference will be given to those with degree in relevant field)
• Knowledge of analytical instrumentation theory and practice, specifically, GC, GC/MS, HPLC, NMR and FT-IR.
• Knowledge of wet chemistry techniques.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

• 1+ years’ experience in cGMP analytical or synthetic laboratory
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently to deliver on project goals
• Working knowledge of Empower, Chem Station, and MestReNova Software

Bench-scale lab with hoods; production floor with reactors, forklifts, and accompanying noises; cubicle in office areas

**This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.