Technical Manfacturing Chemist I

Viltis; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Viltis is seeking a Technical Manufacturing Chemist I in Scarborough, ME to support production of bioreagents and diagnostic products. You will test materials, ensure quality, and help maintain GMP/GLP standards in a fast-paced lab setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to protocols, and contribution to process improvements while supporting the production schedule and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with pipettes, spectrophotometry, HPLC, pH meters, gel electrophoresis, SDS PAGE, and ELISA assays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with moderate supervision.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, manufacturing, and word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support the production schedule.
• Investigate problem areas and identify improvements.
• Undertake new procedures and observe proper safety precautions.
• Perform in-process QC testing of manufacturing materials.
• Maintain quality systems and GMP/GLP standards.
• Create and follow protocols for product improvement.
• Produce bioreagents for manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate manufacturing efforts within a team.
• Maintain raw bioreagent supply as needed.

Skills

Pipettes

Spectrophotometry

HPLC

pH meters

Gel electrophoresis

SDS-PAGE

ELISA assays

Independent work

Team collaboration

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

N/A

Job description

Scientific

Scarborough, Maine Contract Oct 14, 2026

Technical Manfacturing Chemist I

Location: Scarborough, ME

Position Overview

Join our client’s team as a Chemist I, supporting the production of materials used in immunology-based chromatography and enzyme tests. In this role, you will be responsible for producing and testing bioreagents, maintaining quality standards, and supporting manufacturing processes in a collaborative environment. You will play a key part in maintaining the production schedule, investigating process improvements, and ensuring all work meets GMP/GLP standards. This position offers the opportunity to work with a variety of laboratory techniques and contribute to the development of diagnostic products.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and support the production schedule
• Investigate problem areas and areas for improvement
• Undertake new procedures and observe proper safety precautions
• Perform in-process QC testing of manufacturing materials
• Maintain quality systems and GMP/GLP standards
• Create and follow protocols for product improvement
• Produce critical and non-critical bioreagents for manufacturing processes
• Coordinate manufacturing efforts within a team setting
• Maintain raw bioreagent supply as needed

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with pipettes, spectrophotometry, HPLC, pH meters, gel electrophoresis, SDS Page, and ELISA assays
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with moderate supervision
• Proficiency with spreadsheet, database, manufacturing, and word processing software

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality are essential for success in this role.

Work Schedule

This is a contract position based in Scarborough, ME. The assignment is expected to run from October 6, 2026, through March 31, 2027.

About Viltis

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