Quality Control Chemist 2

Dental Technologies, Inc.; Lincolnwood (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Technologies, Inc. in Lincolnwood, IL is seeking a QC Chemist 2 to perform testing on drug products, cosmetics, and medical devices. You will document results, communicate with production, and participate in investigations within a GMP/GLP framework.

The role requires a BS in Chemistry or related field and 2+ years of lab experience, with hands-on use of HPLC, GC, and FTIR. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related science with at least 2 years of applicable lab experience.
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques and analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, FTIR).
• Excellent attention to detail and organized, able to prioritize workloads.

Responsibilities

• Performs all required testing on drug products, cosmetics and medical devices per specs.
• Documents calculations and results in lab notebook and electronic database.
• Communicates status of samples with production planners and compounders.
• Cross trains to perform other lab roles and assists coworkers as needed.
• Contributes to investigations and writes Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIR).
• Updates procedures as needed and troubleshoots basic lab or quality issues.
• Maintains a neat, orderly working environment and completes required training.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Analytical instrumentation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Chemistry or related science

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

Job description

Dental Technologies, Inc. is a company specializing in the research, formulation, compounding and packaging of dental, orthodontic and oral pharmaceutical products. Our products include dental restoratives, core build-ups, bonding agents, orthodontic adhesives, prophylaxis paste, fluoride treatments, toothpastes, rinses, and varnishes. Dental Technologies maintains a quality system according to ISO 13485, FDA and MDR standards. Dental Technologies, Inc. is dedicated to excellence in research & development, manufacturing, in-depth testing, efficient packaging, and personalized service. We are committed to the highest level of integrity, quality, and service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all required testing on drug products, cosmetics and medical devices according to product specifications
• Properly documents all calculations and results in a laboratory notebook as well as the company electronic laboratory testing database.
• Communicates with production planners and compounders regarding statuses of incoming samples and ongoing testing.
• Willingness to cross train to perform other roles within the lab and assist coworkers with testing as needed.
• Applies sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues. Participates in OOS investigations by providing data and supporting testing needs.
• Writes Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIR) as required.
• Identifies procedures that need to be updated and updates them with support as needed.
• Performs basic troubleshooting of laboratory issues or quality issues in production
• Maintains a neat and orderly working environment.
• Completes all training required per the Training Matrix for Quality Control Chemist 2.
• Performs other tasks, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Sciencein Chemistry or related science and atleast 2 years of applicable laboratory experience
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques (including making standard solutions, titrations, using pH or other electrodes, etc.)
• Experience with advanced laboratory techniques including analytical instrumentation (including at a minimum, HPLC, GC, and FTIR),
• Ability toapply concepts of basic algebra and geometryto lab related calculations
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Multitasks, prioritizes, and meets deadlines intimelymanner
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a GLP/GMP environment inanFDA regulated manufacturing facility
• Familiarity with Out of Specification (OOS) investigationseither in a supporting capacity or writing capacity

Pay Range

The QC Chemist 2 is a non-exempt position that is paid hourly. Pay rate will be dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and experience.

EEO Statement

Dental Technologies Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.