Production Chemist - Temporary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. seeks a detail-oriented professional to formulate bulk products and intermediates in a controlled manufacturing setting.

The role focuses on following approved procedures to meet product specifications and quality standards. You will manage data entry and inventory in our ERP system, maintain comprehensive production documents, and coordinate tasks to hit strict deadlines while upholding GDP/GMP practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field.
• 0-3 years in a general manufacturing environment formulating products in biological sciences, life sciences, or an equivalent.
• Ability to follow guidelines and handle hazardous materials safely.
• Ability to work in a product team and make decisions of limited scope, subject to review.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Must be experienced in using ERP systems- SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Formulates products and intermediates in bulk per approved procedures.
• Performs data entry and inventory control utilizing the ERP database.
• Completes production documentation and maintains quality records to GDP/GMP standards.
• Coordinate, prioritize and plan lab tasks to meet deadlines.
• Follows controlled Standard Operating Procedures/documents.
• Monitors manufacturing processes and adjusts yields to meet requirements.

Skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Hazardous materials handling

GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Formulates products and intermediates utilizing biologicals and chemicals of varying properties and characteristics in order to meet specifications

How You'll Make An Impact:

• 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 when necessary to meet required yields.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field
• 0-3 years working in a general manufacturing environment formulating products in the areas of biological sciences, life sciences, or an equivalent.
• Ability to follow guidelines and handle hazardous materials safely.
• Ability to work in a product team and make decision of limited scope, subject to review.
• Able to follow detailed procedures and have good documentation skills. Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Must be experienced in using ERP systems- SAP a plus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools – Excel and Word.
• Basic working knowledge of laboratory environments, materials, and equipment.

Compensation: The estimated hourly range for this position is $33.80 - $41per 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. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, 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.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.