Chemist (Afternoon Shift )

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Position Summary: 
The Chemist is responsible for performing routine laboratory procedures in a quality control laboratory. Duties are performed under general supervision. Must be familiar with basic laboratory equipment and be able to demonstrate expertise in at least one essential testing technique. Responsibilities will include complex testing, support functions, and problem solving.

Hours: 2nd shift 11:00am to 7:00pm

Key Responsibilities:
• Performs routine testing of samples according to established procedures. Performs testing in support of special projects as needed.
• Capable of independently operating laboratory instruments based on appropriate procedures. Prepares solutions, suspensions and media to perform essential laboratory tasks. Can demonstrate effective troubleshooting of at least one testing technique.
• Records data, performs calculations, evaluates and reports results. Performs peer review of data and provides critical analysis of laboratory systems. Keeps management apprised of progress.
• Follow all Data Integrity guidelines.
• Follow Good Laboratory Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Prioritizes workload and meets scheduled timelines, including managing multiple priorities.
• Informs supervisor of equipment and supply needs required to avoid delays in testing.
• Follows and complies with all and testing procedures, operating procedures, GMPs, and safety and health requirements as applicable.
• Practices safe handling of hazardous materials and waste using proper and techniques.
• Selected qualified associates, at the discretion of Quality Control/Quality Management, will be responsible for handling hazardous waste management.
• Conducts laboratory investigations as needed, including assisting in evaluation of others work.
• Trains other analysts on testing procedures.
• Periodically performs duties of a higher position for the purpose of training and development.

 
Experience and Education Requirements:
• B.S. in chemistry preferred or Equivalent Experience
• 2+ years of experience in the food, pharmaceutical or supplement industry preferred
• Strong analytical skills with capacity for working with and communicating data trends.
• Proficiency with PC programs that are applicable to data generation and manipulation.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational skills; including ability to manage multiple tasks and work well under pressure. #LI-SF1

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Job Requisition: 409382