Production Chemist Job Description

Production Chemist Job Description

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Production chemist provides production Chemistry engineering support within defined area of responsibility, which may include identifying the threats associated with the production or injection of fluids, predicting their potential severity and impact, and recommending mitigative barriers for managing these threats to assure and enhance production from reservoir to point of sale.

Production Chemist Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

A Chemistry, Chemical/ Process Engineering degree or equivalent, along with a basic understanding of chemical processes
Generate oral and written reports as necessary and to summarize production activities and projects
Innovate, improve and implement production methods and product formulation to resolve problems and accomplish company objectives
Provide recommendations and observations to production staff and management on results of experimentation/tasks
Expert knowledge of each process for which the incumbent is directly or indirectly responsible
Collaborate with supervisor to establish objectives, milestones, and timelines for completion
Operate at a consistent and exemplary level of efficiency, producing high quality and accurate results
Participate in periodic reviews of component labor routings, material requirements, BOM's and manufacturing procedure
Participate in new product/process transfers and validations
Maintain records and notebooks as directed in a neat, thorough and accurate manner

Production Chemist Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Production Chemist

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Education for Production Chemist

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the production chemist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and University Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Science, Education, Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Life Science, Biology, Technical, Engineering

Skills for Production Chemist

Desired skills for production chemist include:

Variety of lab equipment and their operation
Conversions
Use of the metric system
Field of specialty for the department assigned
Biology
GMP regulations
Microbiology
CMDR
Chemistry
Federal and other regulations

Desired experience for production chemist includes:

To comply with documented Quality and Environmental System requirements at all times
Familiarity of the use of a glovebox/dry box
Familiarity with lyophilization and purification
Experience of operation of rotary evaporator preferred
Documentation in lab notebooks, batch records, and various databases
Multi-task to cover a variety of job functions

Production Chemist Examples

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Production Chemist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of production chemist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for production chemist
  • Identify, plan and implement process improvement projects
  • Plan and support the introduction of new products and processes, including new and alternative raw materials
  • A resourceful team player, with an innovative and self-confident approach
  • You will be self-motivated with strong problem solving skills and excellent attention to technical detail
  • Outstanding communication skills applied across a wide range of internal customers and stakeholders
  • Excellent statistical and analytical skills you will be IT literate, with experience using all Microsoft Office packages
  • Process all necessary documentation for processes completed, actions taken, and analysis results
  • Write and/or review SOPs
  • Work with Ph.D
  • Perform synthesis of standard Sirigen products using standard air-sensitive techniques along established technical SOP’s
Qualifications for production chemist
  • 1-2 years in Gas/Chemical industry preferably
  • Successful candidate will possess a B.S
  • Familiarity with operation of routine laboratory instruments and applicable software
  • Works well in a team based environment and independently
  • Solid MS Office Knowledge, Intermediate to Advanced Excel usage preferred
  • Requires an understanding of the basic operations and limitations of all departmental equipment, including standard wet chemical production apparatus, ovens, resistance and induction heated furnaces, filtering presses, vacuum furnaces and pumps, glove boxes, compressed gas handling equipment, sizing and blending equipment, and any other equipment for producing and manipulating inorganic materials
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Production Chemist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of production chemist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for production chemist
  • Perform the polymer processing, purification, and labeling steps necessary to complete commercial production according to established SOPs
  • Coordinate with Quality Control to ensure that required testing is performed and documented to support the disposition of raw materials and finished products
  • Coordinate with Production technicians to ensure timely packaging and shipment of finished goods
  • May be responsible for the technical and compliance review of batch records, reports, quality documents, and data analysis
  • Seek opportunities to reduce routine laboratory and production line costs by increased efficiency
  • Interfaces with Process Development team to perform CAPAs (investigate and determine root cause), validate new procedures, and identify possible process optimizations
  • Supports the investigation of customer complaints, determines confirmation and/or remediation activities
  • Prepare reports, summarize data, and present results and progress within the production team and to various stakeholders outside of team
  • Participate as needed in projects across the business, which may include process improvements, process/method development, business systems, or problem solving
  • Maintains and grows bench skills and knowledge of current scientific literature and statee-of-the art technologies, theories, and principles
Qualifications for production chemist
  • Capable of learning other applications, such as Visio, Minitab, MRP, , as needed
  • Bachelor’s degree in physical or biological sciences or equivalent experience
  • Qualified candidate will have a B.S
  • Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Ability to independently design, plan and execute project tasks is required
  • Ability to plan and control project timescales and execution strategies in complex technical and operational situations is required
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Production Chemist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a production chemist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for production chemist
  • HF or TFA cleavage of peptides from resin
  • Exchange peptides to the appropriate salt
  • Be in charge of different production lines
  • Provide leadership and take responsibility for EHS/PSM, quality and schedule adherence
  • Work closely with Process Safety Management teams to perform and update PHA/PHR
  • Work closely with Engineering & Maintenance teams to ensure assets integrity and reliability
  • Work closely with Supply Chain teams to define the manufacturing plan
  • Work closely with Process Development teams to introduce new products on his lines
  • Write, update, check and approve process documentation
  • Motivate and coach production operators and technicians
Qualifications for production chemist
  • IT skills, MS-Powerpoint
  • Ability to follow standard operating procedures is essential
  • Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Be a self-starter, quick learner with the ability to work independently and efficiently
  • Hands on team player with the ability to be proactive and work independently
  • Ability to influence others without direct reporting ties
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Production Chemist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of production chemist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for production chemist
  • May be required to manage technical projects
  • Leads or participates in special projects as needed
  • Perform project-planning and initiate raw material order-request
  • Install, test equipment, operate and maintain equipment for manufacturing and in-process testing
  • Follow and maintain GMP Documentation System
  • Operate, maintain, and calibrate automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment
  • Lead, organize and train local team members on technological transfer of product processes (synthesis) and analytical methods
  • Lead and execute the qualification of analytical equipment, the validation protocols and the analytical methods validation
  • Prepare SOPs, validation protocols and validation/qualification reports
  • Contribute to quality control
Qualifications for production chemist
  • Strong ability to focus and work efficiently inside of a project oriented team
  • Demonstrated systematic problem solving
  • Experience working in a glovebox is preferred
  • Experience working in a QMS environment and with CAPA investigations is preferred
  • Solid MS Office Knowledge, Intermediate to Advanced Excel usage, and proficiencies in ChemDraw is required
  • 6 months of experience as a production chemist in a GMP environment, conducting organic synthesis
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Production Chemist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a production chemist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for production chemist
  • Follow and observe all safe procedures
  • Maintain a clean and safety working environment in compliance with safety and pharmaceutical regulation
  • Comply with waste management rules and regulations
  • As a GMP Assistant Chemist in Production, you must be flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-paced laboratory environment
  • Perform synthesis, processing and purification of synthetic DNA and RNA, mRNA compounds for research, diagnostic or therapeutic application
  • A great attitude and the desire to learn are attributes of a successful candidate
  • Ensure that written procedures (SOP, BPR) and cGMP guidelines are followed
  • Review and complete cGMP documentation
  • Ensure efficient collaboration between Production department and other supporting departments such as Operations, Logistics, QC, and QA
  • Train Production team members to the required standard of operation and evaluate their performances
Qualifications for production chemist
  • Prior experience using lab/pilot scale equipment
  • Knowledge of the legislative requirements relating to effluent discharge and chemical usage and discharge.Experience of working for or managing chemicals service providers including financial oversight
  • Make necessary purification buffers
  • Remove all waste from production area
  • Ensure that all waste containers are properly labeled
  • Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment

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