Production Chemist (Irvine) – GMP Formulation

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 310 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical plans

Free HSA funds

Fertility stipend

Group life and disability

Paid parental leave

401k plus profit sharing

Employee stock purchase program

Mental health platform

Learning & development opportunities

Education benefits

Student debt relief program

Pet insurance

Wellness challenges and support

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in Irvine, CA seeks a Production Chemist to formulate production pools and intermediates using biologicals and chemicals in line with GMP processes.

The role emphasizes data entry, inventory control in ERP (SAP a plus), and maintaining quality records while following SOPs and ensuring product yields meet targets. Requires a life sciences degree and up to 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field.
• 0-3 years in a general manufacturing environment formulating products in biological or life sciences.
• Ability to follow guidelines and handle hazardous materials safely.
• Ability to work in a product team and make decisions of limited scope with review.
• Able to follow detailed procedures and maintain good documentation; knowledge of GMP/GDP.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP a plus).
• Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency.
• Basic lab environment, materials, and equipment knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for bulk formulating products of low to medium complexity including intermediates in accordance with approved written procedures and policies.
• Perform data entry and inventory control utilizing the ERP database.
• Responsible for completing production documentation and maintaining quality records to GDP/GMP standards.
• Coordinate prioritize and plan lab tasks to meet strict deadlines.
• Follows controlled Standard Operation Procedures/documents.
• Monitors manufacturing processes and performs adjustments to meet required yields.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Documentation

Attention to detail

Safety handling of hazardous materials

Product team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in Irvine, CA seeks a Production Chemist to formulate production pools and intermediates using biologicals and chemicals in line with GMP processes.

The role emphasizes data entry, inventory control in ERP (SAP a plus), and maintaining quality records while following SOPs and ensuring product yields meet targets. Requires a life sciences degree and up to 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience.