Junior Chemist

CEM Corporation; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CEM Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Junior Chemist to join our Manufacturing team supporting Life Science Consumable Products. Responsibilities include quality control testing, preparing and packaging reagents for Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS), and maintaining batch records.

The role emphasizes following established procedures, inventory management, and collaboration with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Experience in quality control or manufacturing preferred but not required.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing and inspection of incoming raw materials used in SPPS to verify specifications.
• Prepare, manufacture, bottle, package, label, and store laboratory reagents and consumables per procedures.
• Execute production activities according to schedules while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

ERP / inventory systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CEM Corporation is a leading global provider of solutions for critical laboratory application in analytical laboratory, chemical synthesis, biotechnology, environmental testing, and food processing markets. As a worldwide leader in laboratory instrumentation and chemical solutions, the company was founded in 1978 and has nearly 200 patents and over 10 R&D 100 awards for its microwave-based products. CEM's headquarters is located in Matthews, NC and operates subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Japan, and Singapore.CEM Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientated Junior Chemist to join our Manufacturing team supporting Life Science Consumable Products. This position plays an important role in the production, quality control, packaging, inventory management, and fulfillment of chemical reagents used in Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS).Working in a manufacturing environment, the Junior Chemist will ensure products are manufactured in accordance with established quality standards, production schedules, and documentation requirements while supporting inventory accuracy and customer order fulfillment. This position is ideal for an early-career chemist interested in applying scientific knowledge within a production and manufacturing setting.Responsibilities:Junior Chemist Responsibilities Include but not limited to:Perform quality control testing and inspection of incoming raw materials used in Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS) to verify compliance with established specificationsPrepare, manufacture, bottle, package, label, and store laboratory reagents and consumable products according to approved production proceduresExecute production activities in accordance with established manufacturing schedules while maintaining quality and efficiency standardsMaintain accurate production documentation, including batch records, Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), Documentation of Origin (DoOs), and other quality recordsReview, prepare, and fulfill customer reagent orders accurately and within established timelinesSupport inventory management activities including raw material receipt, parts pulling, unit of measure (UOM) verification, batch processing, inventory transactions, and cycle countsMonitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods to support uninterrupted manufacturing operationsFollow established laboratory safety procedure, manufacturing protocols, and quality management systemsCollaborate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Customer Support, and Engineering teams to ensure efficient manufacturing protocols, and quality management systemsCollaborate with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Customer Support, and Engineering teams to ensure efficient manufacturing operationsAssist with investigations related to quality concerns and support corrective actions as neededIdentify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, workflow efficiency, and product qualitySupport additional production, inventory, or Life Science manufacturing activities as assigned by the Production ManagerQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field requiredStrong academic performance; undergraduate research, laboratory internship or previous manufacturing or R&D experience is preferred but not requiredWorking knowledge of laboratory techniques, chemical handling, and quality control principlesExcellent attention to detail and ability to accurately follow manufacturing procedures and documentation requirementsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a production environmentAbility to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively within a collaborative manufacturing teamStrong written and verbal communication skillsBasic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; ERP or inventory management system experience is a plusDemonstrated commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellenceCEM is an equal opportunity employer including veterans and individuals with disabilities.