Associate Production Scientist

MilliporeSigma; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Production Scientist to support the manufacturing of Enzymes and Proteins. In this entry-level role, you will collaborate with production scientists to ensure quality and efficiency in operations while troubleshooting process issues. Your analytical skills and familiarity with laboratory instruments will be key as you contribute to process improvements and uphold safety standards. This vibrant company fosters a culture of diversity and innovation, offering you the chance to grow and make a meaningful impact in the field of science and technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Knowledge of chemistry or biochemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support large-scale Enzymes and Proteins product lines.
• Troubleshoot and investigate process issues.
• Perform in-process testing and maintain equipment.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Troubleshooting skills

Good communication skills

Mechanical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or other life science discipline

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Production equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Associate Production Scientist role at MilliporeSigma.

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

As the Associate Production Scientist with MilliporeSigma, your role is to support our large-scale Enzymes and Proteins product lines. You will work with other production scientists and operators, and SMEs to ensure successful manufacturing of an established line of products and troubleshoot and investigate process issues that arise. You will write and modify procedures consistent with quality guidelines and identify potential process improvements while interacting cross-functionally with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Packaging, Materials Management, Engineering and Maintenance.

• Day Shift- Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.
• Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations.
• Perform multi-disciplined, established processes, assays and/or unit operations, primarily those requiring a higher level of skill and knowledge.
• Contribute to support functions of the lab (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, restock lab supplies, waste disposal).
• Clean-up equipment and working areas during and after operations.
• Communicate the status of operations and bring deviations to the attention of supervisor.
• Ensure all applicable logbooks have been filled out completely as required by current procedures.
• Participate as needed in quality audits.
• Accurately perform in-process testing and assays.
• Identify problems and limitations of analysis.
• Perform routine troubleshooting.
• In compliance with change control procedures, improve processes through application of scientific knowledge, experience, and principles.
• Participate in process improvements under the guidance of a Supervisor or Scientist.
• Take the necessary action to resolve any unsafe conditions.
• Perform and interpret analytical evaluations of products and intermediates.

Physical Attributes

• Wearing of personal protective equipment such as respirator or chemical protective clothing for extended periods.
• Lifting and pushing up to 50 pounds.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or other life science discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge in chemistry or biochemistry, math, and general science.
• Familiar with laboratory instruments and production equipment.
• Analytical techniques and equipment.
• Safe chemical handling methods experience.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Mechanical skills.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production and Manufacturing