Chemical Process Technician

Cambrex Corp.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex is seeking a Chemical Process Technician to join its Waltham, MA R&D center. This role requires working in a dynamic environment handling complex chemical processes and materials, with a focus on safety and quality under cGMP regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and enjoy hands-on work in a laboratory setting.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including healthcare and retirement planning

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of chemical or biotech manufacturing experience under cGMP.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to occasionally work evenings or weekends on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Work with hazardous materials in laboratory environments.
• Stage, weigh, and transfer materials, including movement of large drums.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices in support of cGMP activities.

Skills

Chemical manufacturing experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift (up to 55lbs)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Process Technology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

High School or GED with 10 years experience

Job description

Company Information

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

About the Company

Snapdragon Chemistry, Inc. is a leader in chemical process development with expertise in continuous flow and process intensification technologies. Our company is catalyzing the transformation of research, development, and manufacturing across the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries where organic chemistry underpins product development.

We rely on our most valuable resource – our people – to maintain a leadership position in this market. As part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with world-class leaders in flow chemistry and product development while also cultivating and furthering your career. At Snapdragon Chemistry, we strive to create an environment of innovation and excellence where mutual respect and teamwork underpin our culture.

Job Description

Cambrex Snapdragon Boston is currently seeking exceptional candidates for its Chemical Process Technician position at its Waltham, MA R&D center. A successful candidate will be joining a group of innovative and entrepreneurial engineers and scientists to enable the delivery of high quality, complex chemical matter to our clients. This is a 40 hour/5 day position with occasional evening and weekend operations.

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Process Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent with one or more years of relevant experience, or a High School or GED degree with 10 years experience. The candidate should enjoy working in the field with their hands. The candidate should be well versed in handling equipment related to chemical processing, including working with glassware, compression fittings, tubing, pumps, and laboratory operations such as following chemical process recipes. From time to time, the candidate will also support general facility operations, including cleaning, waste management, and organization of various areas of the facility.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Work with hazardous materials, including flammable, toxic, and corrosive chemicals, inside of laboratory environments
• Stage, weigh, and transfer materials, including movement of up to 200L drums
• Wear personal protective equipment, including respirators, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and chemical resistant lab coats
• Assemble and operate kilo laboratory equipment, including large glass reactors, temperature control units, and flow reactors
• Clean reactors and rooms, including disassembly, maintenance, and assembly of reactors
• Follow Good Documentation Practices in support of cGMP activities, including filling out qualification protocols, calibration protocols, equipment use and care logs
• Work with scientists and engineers to execute manufacturing activities according to cGMP regulations at the highest quality
• Execute qualification protocols, calibration protocols, and equipment maintenance
• Maintain batch and equipment records per Good Documentation practices
• Support other laboratory and facility operations as needed, including waste collection and consolidation, loading and unloading laboratory glassware dishwashers, and organization of laboratory and warehouse areas

Qualifications/Skills

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 1 year of chemical or biotech manufacturing experience, in particular under cGMP.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and chemical resistant lab coats.
• Lifting (up to 55lbs) occasionally.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings or weekends, occasionally on short notice.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability and demonstrated willingness to comply with, and encourage amongst others, the ethical and cultural standards of Snapdragon Chemistry.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

Education:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Process Technology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering with 1 year experience. High school or GED with 10 years experience.

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.