Chemist I (overnights)

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium 10%

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO

Job summary

Woodstock Sterile Solutions in Woodstock, IL is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to test in-process materials and finished products, support investigations, and ensure quality per cGMP standards. The role operates Sunday through Wednesday, 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM, with a 10% shift premium for overnights.

The position requires a BS in Chemistry or related field and hands-on lab experience, plus strong data reporting and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or sciences or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a lab setting (academic, intern or other).
• Knowledge/experience with cGMP and cGDP requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear English written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab reports and test scripts per cGDP and cGMP requirements.
• Maintain audit readiness of the laboratory and ensure compliance.
• Perform analytical testing on in-process, finished products, and related samples.
• Operate analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, TOC, pH meters).
• Assist in laboratory investigations and deviations, as needed.
• Support batch release testing and data integrity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical testing

Laboratory equipment

cGMP compliance

Data reporting

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

B.S. in Chemistry or related

Tools

HPLC

TOC Analyzer

pH meter

Densitometer

Job description

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Full Time Woodstock, IL, US

Salary: $58,000.00 Annually

Woodstock Sterile Solutions is driven to positively impact global healthcare by providing our partners the best quality solutions to their sterile development and commercial needs. We are a growing organization with a bright future, and we are looking for motivated and experienced team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits and a generous Paid Time Off package. This position will be scheduled to work Sunday - Wednesday, 7:00PM - 5:30AM (4days x 10.5 hours) and is eligible for a 10% shift premium for the overnights.

I. Position Overview:

The position is responsible for testing Cleaning, Raw Material Water, In-Process and Finished Product samples. Supports laboratory investigations, system testing and process validation and business development activities.

II. Specific Duties, Activities, and Responsibilities:

• Completely, accurately and precisely prepares all laboratory reports and/or test scripts and documents in accordance with cGDP and cGMP requirements
• Demonstrates high ethical standards
• Maintain current training status on relevant equipment and procedures
• Comply with all cGMP, regulatory and corporate and EHS requirements
• Demonstrates ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Maintain laboratory in audit readiness per cGDP and cGMP practices
• Perform peer review for testing and calculations, as necessary
• Recognizes Out of Specification, atypical and/or anomalous data, escalates to management, as necessary
• Maintain effectiveness of the Quality System components relevant to this position.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage risk to ensure product quality. Communicate risk policies and processes throughout the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Laboratory Skills:

• Perform analytical testing and calculations on in-process bulk material, finished product, cleaning and customer samples
• Receive and prepare reagents and standards
• Perform Rinse Water testing: TOC, Conductivity
• Perform Raw Material Water testing: Nitrates
• Operate analytical instrumentation
• HPLC, UV/Vis, Balances, Densitometer, Autotitrator, pH meter, Conductivity Meter, Total Organic Carbon Analyzer (TOC), Osmometer, Viscometer, Karl Fisher, Particle Counter, Malvern, Polarimeter, Microscope... (trained on NLT 11 laboratory instruments)
• Perform pH adjustments
• Perform Viscosity Ostwald viscosity
• Perform Batch release testing
• Autotitrator: All products and titrant standardizations
• Wet Chemistry testing of in-process bulk material, finished product,
• Ex) TLC, Deliverable Volume, Opalescence, Degree of Coloration
• Prepare and generate reports to support Critical System Release
• Other duties as assigned.

Project/Other:

• Maintain analytical trending and metric tracking
• Trains other analysts in routine testing, as necessary
• Supports laboratory investigations and/or studies, as necessary
• Global TrackWise workflow for Deviations or Laboratory Investigations or Change Control
• Proficient in one of the three:Deviation or OOS/OOTr or Change Control
• Must be able to complete LIR’s
• Other duties as assigned

III. Position Requirements:

Education or Equivalent:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Sciences or equivalent work experience

Experience:

• Experience in a lab setting (academic, intern or other)

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

• Demonstrated intermediate mathematical ability.
• High level of attention to detail, well organized and multi-task oriented.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Works well in a team environment with a variety of individuals and personalities within and between departments.
• Review reports, etc. for accuracy and logic.
• Must be able to multitask, be proactive and willing to take initiative and responsibility.
• Should be familiar with cGMP and safe work practices.
• Be organized. Maintain good records and be able to access them rapidly. Understand where information can be found.
• Make sound judgments. Blend knowledge and analysis with logic, active listening, and a continuing interest in simplification. Act ethically.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak clear English.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day
• Visual Acuity (20/30 corrected vision).
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, writing, talking, listening
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, handling, carrying, grasping
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds