Analytical Technician

Roquette; Larkin Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette is seeking an Analytical Technician to join our Analytical Team in Larkin, MI. You will conduct laboratory tests and support method development, validation, and documentation of analytical methods, including LC and GC analyses.

This full-time, on-site role requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field and 2+ years in pharmaceutical dosage form work. You’ll collaborate across teams, uphold EH&S standards, and contribute to accurate data records and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, materials science or laboratory medicine.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests following approved methods.
• Support development, validation, and documentation of analytical methods (LC and GC).
• Analyze results and maintain data records.
• Assist with technology transfers and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Word proficiency

Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

EH&S knowledge

Safety oriented

Multitasking

Communication skills

Self-starter

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, materials science, or laboratory medicine

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

The Role

We are looking for our next Analytical Technician to join our Analytical Team.

• Conducting laboratory tests and performing tasks according to accepted methods and training prescribed by the Analytical and Quality teams.
• Supporting the Analytical Lead in the development, validation, qualification, and documentation of analytical methods, including liquid and gas chromatography and related analytical techniques.
• Supporting application projects and technical service requests. Analyzing results and maintaining records of data and samples.
• Performing work under minimal guidance following training.
• Mastering routine laboratory methods and tasks and training others when required.
• Supporting project leads during technology transfers and ensuring analytical methodologies comply with external regulations.

This is a full-time position, 5 days per week on site, located in Larkin, MI.

Compensation

The current wage for this role is estimated to be approximately $40.79/hour. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

What You'll Do

• Understand the group's objectives and be an important contributor to the technical solutions that drive project and team success.
• Actively participate in team meetings focused on safety, process improvement, problem solving, and other key topics. Effectively share learnings with application, regional, and global teams.
• Use knowledge of relevant technologies to quickly assess alternative approaches and provide recommendations for process improvements, as appropriate.
• Proactively identify and implement improvements related to Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S).

What You’ll Need

Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Laboratory Medicine.

Experience: 2+ years or more of related experience in pharmaceutical and/or dietary supplement dosage form preparation/characterization, dosage form excipients, polymer characterization, or polymer chemistry.

• Requires proficiency with standard workstation software, including Word, Excel, and any specialized computer-based systems (as appropriate)
• Strong technical and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Understanding of laboratory operation and basic Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements such as safe operating procedures (SOP) and management of change (MOC).
• Understanding and strong commitment to safety for themselves and their co-workers.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments independently with broad guidance from leadership.
• Written and verbal communication skills are sufficient to communicate technical work, results, and observations effectively with others across functions and to multiple levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies with an understanding of basic chemistry and biology principles and apply understanding to make suggestions for improvements
• Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.
• A self-starter who can identify, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks.
• Ability to safely lift materials and equipment weigh 50 lbs and assist others with lifting items more than 50 lbs

Business Travel: No Travel required

AAP/EEO Statement: Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

“AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com

Roquette is a global leader in sustainable plant-based solutions, driving innovation and strong partnerships that are shaping the future of nutrition, health, and bioindustry.

The company harnesses natural resources such as wheat, corn, seaweed, and cellulose to craft high-performance ingredients used in everyday foods, oral medications, advanced biopharmaceuticals, and a range of bio-based products.

A family-owned company with over 90 years of expertise and 11,000 employees, Roquette serves clients in over 150 countries and is committed to creating lasting value for customers, patients, consumers, and society.

Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life.

Discover more about Roquette here.