GMP Production Chemist I – Lab Operations & Quality

Planet Pharma; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a Production Chemist I in California's Toxicology Unit to support GMP manufacturing under supervision. You will operate lab equipment, follow SOPs, record results, and assist in maintaining batch records to meet quality goals.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in Chemistry or Biological Sciences and up to 2 years in a lab, with strong communication and meticulous record-keeping. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Chemistry or Biological Sciences.
• 0–2 years in a laboratory environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintains accurate records and notes, and carries out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion while adhering to safe laboratory practices

Responsibilities

• Adhere to laboratory safety rules
• Read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to job functions
• Perform the daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly maintenance of laboratory equipment and maintain maintenance logbooks
• Manufacture all products via Batch Records and/or Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) following the guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in accordance with the Quality System
• Manufacture antibody solutions, drug positive solutions, enzyme-conjugate solutions, EIA calibrators and controls and reagents
• Perform a variety of analytical EIA in-process testing
• Perform daily temperature monitoring
• Carry out production tasks in support of manufacturing goals and objectives
• Participates in Lean Activities
• Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices
• Maintain records and notebooks as directed in a neat, thorough and accurate manner. Perform required data entry on company planning and materials management system. Report results to supervisor
• Maintain a neat and organized workplace. Ensure materials are appropriately labeled, approved for use and in enough quantity to complete required tasks
• Recommend and participate in document revisions to ensure accurate BOM’s process descriptions
• Recommend and participate in document revisions to ensure accurate NCMR and deviations
• Perform complex simple formulations, component and material evaluations, equipment calibrations and maintenance
• Ability to work overtime and/or on weekends
• Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
• Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS in Chemistry or Biological Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Planet Pharma is seeking a Production Chemist I in California's Toxicology Unit to support GMP manufacturing under supervision. You will operate lab equipment, follow SOPs, record results, and assist in maintaining batch records to meet quality goals.

Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in Chemistry or Biological Sciences and up to 2 years in a lab, with strong communication and meticulous record-keeping. Overtime and weekend work may be required.