Senior QC Chemist

CPS, Inc.; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

401K

Insurance package

Bonus plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CPS, Inc. is seeking a qualified QC Laboratory leader to spearhead calibration, instrument maintenance, and analytical method development. You will train QC Chemists, drive method improvements, and ensure compliance across ISO, SQF and FDA standards.

The role requires a strong scientific background, 5+ years in a manufacturing setting, and experience with a wide range of lab instruments. Relocation may be offered, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology or related science with at least 5 years of applicable work experience.
• Experience with multiple lab instruments maintenance and troubleshooting preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management, verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train QC Chemists and own calibration of analytical tools.
• Develop and implement SOPs for analytical methods and instrumentation.
• Manage lab records, calibration programs, and ISO/SQF/FDA compliance.
• Identify and procure needed instrumentation and supplies; support new product analyses.

Skills

Instrument maintenance

MS Office

SAP

Time management

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Chemistry or related

Tools

GC

LC

GPC

TOC

NIR

AA

ICP

FTIR

Brookfield Viscometer

Job description

This is a growing company that is focused on Circular Economy and takes great pride in manufacturing great chemical products in a LOW cost of living area. The position is open due to promotion and will lead and train QC Chemists and own the calibration of analytical tools and instructional SOPs. If you bring a broad background in organic, polymer and inorganic analysis, we should talk about this exciting company today! To assure the effective utilization of analytical processes and resources to facilitate consistent, accurate and rapid analyses of in-process materials, finished products and shipments, while maintaining the highest degree of HSE. The key deliverables are managing the lab instruments and testing reagents for raw material, manufacturing, finished product and customer specification processes; managing and developing analytical methods and analyses; identification and maintenance of instrumentation needed to support site needs; supporting implementation of analysis for new products; driving continual improvement of quality management systems (ISO and SQF); and supporting the development of the personnel assigned to the QC Laboratory.

Essential Functions / Key Accountabilities

• Consistently demonstrate full compliance with all regulatory requirements, including but not limited to OSHA, EPA, DOT, SQF, etc. and all company HSE rules, policies, practices and procedures.
• Fully support and champion a HSE culture that enables the sustained achievement of exceptional HSE performance by consistently participating in the development and implementation of all HSE initiatives and by consistently holding employees accountable for fulfilling their individual HSE responsibilities.
• Audit and edit lab related documents (i.e., ISO, SQF, etc.).
• Generate, interpret and disseminate Statistical Quality Control data to Manufacturing, Technical Service and customers.
• Manage QC Lab records (USP documentation, equipment calibration, etc.).
• Provide support to Manufacturing, Technical Service and customers regarding analytical methods and analyses to resolve inquiries.
• Develop new inspection methods and improve efficiency of existing methods including implementation and training personnel.
• Assist the Pilot Plant/R&D during new product development.
• Implementation of new instrumentation and equipment.
• Identify instruments / equipment needed to efficiently provide analyses.
• Identify, stock, and manage expiration dates of critical spare parts and supplies.
• Assure lab is equipped with critical level of supplies and instrumentation.
• Responsible for reliability of instrumentation including but not limited to management of PM’s, troubleshooting, and calibration reviews (GC, GC headspace, LC, GPC, TOC, NIR, AA (flame & graphite), ICP, FTIR, Brookfield & Kinematic Viscosity, Karl Fisher, etc.).
• Reinforce training and capability of Quality Control Technicians to properly perform methods according to best lab practices.
• Troubleshoot and correct any analytical deficiencies (instrument, method, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Design and execute activities to measure and improve precision and accuracy of analyses (GageR+R/RoundRobin).
• Purchase supplies and equipment to maintain QC Lab operations.
• Provide leadership on technical and personnel issues.
• Ensure that the QC Lab conforms to current ISO, SQF and FDA Standards; drive continual improvement for quality management systems.
• Actively participate in the implementation of all Human Resources processes and initiatives.

Salary

$80,000 - $110,000 plus bonus

Benefits

Relocation, 401K, Full suite of insurances, bonus plan, career growth opportunities

Technical Requirements

• Open to being on call as needed.
• Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree - Chemistry, Biology or equivalent science with at least 5 years of related work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with various lab instrument maintenance and troubleshooting preferred.
• Good organization, time management, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to master specific product / process and equipment knowledge.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP.

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