Assistant Chemist III - 2nd Shift, Nutrition Lab

Abbott; Virginia; On-site; USD 41,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Assistant Chemist III for the 2nd shift at Altavista, VA. Work includes following GMPs, supporting analytical methods, and ensuring test results meet specifications. The role requires basic chemistry knowledge, math skills, and ability to operate with supervision.

Responsibilities include training new chemists, assisting in equipment maintenance, and reporting any safety incidents. This position is based at the Altavista Nutrition plant and offers exposure to a major global

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 1 year college science and 1 year college mathematics, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, read and record gauge readings, and use chemistry knowledge with supervision.
• Math skills include basic arithmetic, fractions, proportions, and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety rules and report incidents, spills, and near-misses.
• Assist chemists with troubleshooting and maintaining analytical equipment and test methods.
• Train new chemists on laboratory operations, methods, documentation, and safety.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Reading gauges

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma + 1 year college science + 1 year college math

Bachelor's degree preferred with 1 year lab studies

Job description

Abbott is seeking an Assistant Chemist III for the 2nd shift at Altavista, VA. Work includes following GMPs, supporting analytical methods, and ensuring test results meet specifications. The role requires basic chemistry knowledge, math skills, and ability to operate with supervision.

Responsibilities include training new chemists, assisting in equipment maintenance, and reporting any safety incidents. This position is based at the Altavista Nutrition plant and offers exposure to a major global