QC Chemist

Fruit Of The Earth; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fruit of the Earth is seeking a Quality Analytical Chemist in Grand Prairie, TX to oversee method development and validation, perform routine QC testing, and calibrate laboratory equipment. The role emphasizes time management, accuracy, and adherence to cGMP and FDA requirements.

You will mentor technicians and help write SOPs. The position requires a four-year chemistry degree and 2–5 years of lab experience, with proficiency in HPLC, FTIR, and wet chemistry.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of laboratory experience.
• Thorough knowledge of HPLC, FTIR, UV/Visible spectrophotometer and wet chemistry techniques.
• Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, OSHA, FDA rules and regulations.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and validation of analytical methods.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation.
• Perform routine QC testing such as IR, viscosity, specific gravity, pH, titrations and various wet chemistry.
• Calibrate and validate laboratory equipment and standards.
• Analyze raw materials, in-process bulk, finished products, stability samples and validation samples with minimal supervision.
• Monitor laboratory consumables and remove expired reagents/test solutions.
• Ensure proper training of laboratory technicians.
• Ensure all documentation forms are properly filled out and signed/dated.
• Follow required protocols, practices and SOPs.
• Conduct laboratory investigations for OOS results.
• Provide coverage for analytical testing as needed by supervisor.
• Assist management in writing and revising SOPs and test methods.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical methods

Professionalism

Flexibility

Dependability

Written and oral communication

Self-motivated

Education

Four-year degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

FTIR

UV/Vis spectrophotometer

Wet chemistry techniques

Empower software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: AVER - Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Position Type: Full Time

Must be able to work the 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM Shift Monday through Friday

Responsibilities

The Quality Analytical Chemist is an important role in Fruit of the Earth’s continued success. This position requires time management skills. Attention to detail and strong analytical methods are required. Professionalism, flexibility, dependability and fast turn around are skills necessary for the day-to-day success of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and validation of analytical methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical instrumentation.
• Performs routine QC testing such as IR, viscosity, specific gravity, pH, titrations, and various wet chemistry.
• Responsible for calibration and validation of laboratory equipment and standards.
• Responsible for analysis of raw materials, in-process bulk, finished products, stability samples, and validation samples with minimal supervision.
• Monitors laboratory consumables and assist in removing expired reagents/test solutions.
• Insure proper training of laboratory technicians.
• Ensure all documentation forms are properly filled out and signed/dated.
• Follow required protocols, practices and SOPs.
• Conducting laboratory investigations for Out of Specification (OOS) results.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to providing coverage for analytical testing as considered necessary by supervisor.
• Assist laboratory management in writing and revising SOPs, test methods and analytical specifications.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Reports to: Quality Control Manager

Necessary Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of laboratory experience.
• Thorough knowledge and hands-on experience with HPLC, FTIR, UV/Visible Spectrophotometer and wet chemistry techniques.
• Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, OSHA, TDOH and FDA rules and regulations.
• Strong understanding of quality control processes.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to meet and monitor deadlines and prioritize work.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexible ability to take on additional tasks as needed.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TOC Analyzers.
• Able to develop and validate analytical methods.
• Experience with process validation testing.
• Experience with Empower software.