Production Chemist I - Temporary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a production associate to formulate products of medium to high complexity and assist with some custom recipes in accordance with approved procedures. The role includes variance reviews, data trending, and training other staff.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in life sciences, 0–3 years in manufacturing, and experience with GMP environments and hazardous materials. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in a general manufacturing environment formulating products in biological or life sciences.
• GMP manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• Experience handling hazardous chemicals or biological materials.
• Ability to work in a product team and make decisions of limited scope, subject to review.
• Able to follow detailed procedures and maintain good documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs variance review and notes for process orders for Supervisors and Finance.
• Performs production data trending.
• Trains other employees.

Skills

GMP manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field

Job description

Responsible for bulk formulating products of medium to high complexity including some custom recipes in accordance with approved written procedures and policies.

Proposes and/or completes corrective actions to improve product quality or process efficiency.

Able to perform simple to moderate complexity Root Cause Analysis for Quality Notifications and make recommendations for Corrective Actions.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Performs Variance review and makes necessary notations for process orders for Supervisors and Finance.
• Must be able to perform production data trending.
• Trains other employees

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field
• Work Experience: : 0-3 years working in a general manufacturing environment formulating products in the areas of biological sciences, life sciences, or an equivalent. Experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a GMP manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in handling hazardous chemicals and/or biological hazardous materials.
• Ability to work in a product team and make decisions of limited scope, subject to review.
• Able to follow detailed procedures and have good documentation skills.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Process and Good Laboratory Practices.

Compensation

The estimated hourly range for this position is $23.94- $32.88 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. As a temporary associate, your employment will be managed directly through our approved agency provider.

Who We Are

For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement

Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.