Chemist I, Manufacturing

Terumo Neuro; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Neuro in California is seeking a Chemist I, Manufacturing to support development and transfer of chemical products, verify release specifications, sustain manufacturing processes, and implement equipment to meet production demands.

The role involves cross‑department collaboration, validation support, analytical testing, investigation of non‑conformances, monomer synthesis, and routine duties under supervision, with emphasis on compliance and ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Word).

Responsibilities

• Interface with other departments to solve production problems.
• Sustain manufacturing processes for current products.
• Support validation activities for chemistry products.
• Perform and report analytical testing.
• Investigate non-conformances/out-of-spec testing results.
• Synthesize chemical monomers following validated procedures.
• Day-to-day tasks performed under supervision.
• Comply with laws, Quality Management System, and ethics; create reports.
• Perform other duties such as presentations as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

14189BR

Job Description:

Support the development and transfer of new chemical products as well as the sustainment of finished goods by verifying material release specifications, maintaining manufacturing and testing processes, and implementing equipment and raw materials to ensure production demands are met. Job duties:

• Interface with other departments to solve production problems.

• Sustain manufacturing processes for current products.

• Support the validation activities for chemistry products.

• Perform and report analytical testing.

• Investigate non-conformances/out-of-specification testing results.

• Synthesize chemical monomers following validated manufacturing procedures.

• Day-to-day tasks performed under supervision.

• Comply with applicable Laws and Regulations, adhere to Quality Management System processes and requirements as well as demonstrate Ethics and Integrity in all matters and at all levels throughout the organization.

• Perform other duties as assigned (e.g., create presentations, reports, etc.).

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field of study.

2. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

3. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Word.

Desired Qualifications

1. Ability to read and prepare technical documentation.

2. Working knowledge of standard laboratory equipment, synthetic organic transformations, wet test methods, and qualitative and quantitative measurements.

Physical

• Extended periods of computer use.

• Extended periods of walking and standing while continuously performing duties.

• Extended periods of reaching and standing in a controlled environment (e.g., clean room, laboratory, etc.).

• Occasional stooping, kneeling, or bending.

• Frequent light lifting, up to 25 lbs.; occasional moderate lifting, up to 50 lbs.

• May be required within the position to be in an environment that can include radiation exposure (such as in Cathlabs).

EEO

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Fair Chance Ordinance

If you are applying to perform work for Terumo Neuro in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Terumo Neuro reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

Terumo Neuro will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Posting Country:

US - United States

Title:

Chemist I, Manufacturing

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.