Quality Chemist Job Description
Quality chemist
provides TEAM LEADERSHIP and TRAINING for QA laboratory staff in accordance with company policies, ISO 9001, Safety Standards, Quality Assurance analytical methods including development of methodology.
Quality Chemist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Participates in internal quality audits at Ingevity sites to improve quality systems and to implement recommendations
Actively engaged in safety programs (MESURE, ISO)
Assist in test method development and validation for a variety of cleaning validations using GC-MS, GC-MS/HS, HPLC-MS, HPLC-DAD, ICP-MS, TOC, FT-IR, UV
Lead complex process improvement projects
Analyzing raw materials using USP/NF/EP custom testing methods
Reviewing and updating lab documentation such as SOPs, worksheets, specifications and methods to reflect current processes
Develops, maintains, and validates analytical methods and testing
Facilitates, communicates, and interprets analytical results and prepares technical reports appropriately
Works in conjunction with Plant Management, Corporate QA, and R&D to assure the various protocols, methods, and SOPs meet applicable regulations, customers expectations, and internal specifications and are being followed/documented as required
Serves as Back-Up for the BSP Quality Assurance Manager
Quality Chemist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Quality Chemist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: EPA, WV, NADCAP, CDRO, ODR, ISO17025
Education for Quality Chemist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the quality chemist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Chemistry, Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Education, Pharmacy, Technical, Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering
Skills for Quality Chemist
Desired skills for quality chemist include:
Analytical method validation
Quality systems
Biochemical manufacturing
Common analytical techniques utilized in chemical
Lubricant and water-based metalworking industry
ISO 17025/ISO 9001:2015 requirements
Lab techniques and quality management principles
Laboratory safety procedures
NADCAP certification
Safe handling of chemicals
Desired experience for quality chemist includes:
Strong knowledge of wet chemistry (pH, potentiometry, moisture, concentration, etc) and instrumental chemistry (High Pressure Thin Layer Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy, Infrared Spectroscopy, UV-VIS Spectroscopy)
The successful candidate will a self-starter and must be able to "hit the ground running" and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Long Term Authorization to work in the U.S a must
Requires a detail oriented individual who can keep organized data
BS or BA in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related science
1-3 years of experience in color cosmetic with an emphasis in emulsions and/or lipstick based products
Quality Chemist Examples
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a quality chemist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for quality chemist
- Coordinates and processes site and intra-company raw material, in-process control, certification compliance, root cause analysis, Sample Stock, customer pre-shipment, and finished product quality assurance sample availability, logistics, analysis, and record and report of related quality data
- Responsible for various activities associated with the Corporate Sample Stock program regarding material testing, qualification, and stock replenishment
- Directs Laboratory Technicians in various activities related to sample testing work-flow management and special projects
- Proactively develops and maintains effective working relationships with all departments
- Act as ISO 9001 Internal Quality Auditor
- We move diagnostics forward
- We care about the needs of our customers and strive to ensure people are treated consistently, fairly and with respect
- We are passionate about quality in the solutions we provide to our customers, in the talented people we attract and develop, and in the processes we work by
- Leads comparison material testing at seven labs with statistical analysis, reporting, and recommendations for improved measurement consistency
- Leads the Charleston activated carbon lab, building upon a high level of performance for data integrity, document control, and compliance with ISO/TS standards
Qualifications for quality chemist
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry with 2 years of related experience preferred
- Masters degree in Chemistry with a focus on analytical chemistry desired
- Knowledge of and experience performing quantitative analytical chemistry techniques using HPLC,GC, Karl Fischer, Melting Point, IR and UV-Vis instrumentation
- Extensive knowledge of laboratory equipment such as HPLC-MS, HPLC-DAD, GC-MS, GC-MS/HS, GC-FID, ICP-MS, UV-Vis, TOC, FT-IR, extraction systems
- Work is performed independently and reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience and may lead the work of project teams
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Our innovative and growing company is looking for a quality 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 quality chemist
- Influences potential carbon related test procedures by representing Ingevity at the ASTM Carbon Committee
- Works effectively with technical, product/process development, and quality teams to provide data to answer customer and product development questions
- Individual contributor for some assignments and in other projects will work with a team to define and align on recommendations for continuous improvement
- Perform analytical testing and inspection of raw materials, in-process, and finished product in accordance with the Quality plan and standard operating procedures
- Maintain equipment and equipment calibrations
- Complete testing and/or preparation for outside lab testing as required for commissioning new ingredients or diets guaranteed analysis and international testing
- Develop product and raw material quality control tests that provide enhanced chemical/physical information
- Assist in new supplier qualification process with expertise in analytical instrumentation and Quality Control (QC) testing protocols for qualifying raw material suppliers
- Develop concepts, ideas, and methods to improve activity and take initiative on new product development and product qualification projects
- Perform analysis of product and raw material quality, complex chemical problems, including the characterization of foulant deposition, the characterization and quantification of organics in various matrices, and detailed classification of hydrocarbon compounds and polymer analysis, using various advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques such as GC, GC/MS, GPC, HPLC and LC/MS
Qualifications for quality chemist
- 1-3 years working with general laboratory equipment (HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, TOC, and KF)
- Knowledge of microbiology, environmental monitoring, and plant hygiene processes and procedures
- Bachelor Science degree in Chemistry
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in a manufacturing plant is required
- Knowledge of writing instructional and prescriptive documents for use in manufacturing facilities for job task execution job task training is required
- BA/BS Degree Chemistry, lab science, biology, microbiology or related field from 4-year college or university OR AA/AS Degree in related lab science field required and five (5) years of related industry experience in Quality laboratory
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of quality chemist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for quality chemist
- Be responsible for sample preparation, instrument set-up and analysis, data interpretation and data quality and report generation
- Perform daily maintenance and calibration of instruments and advanced trouble-shooting as required
- Work closely with our engineering support group to understand the problem and our customers’ processes so that we can provide the most effective and cost efficient analytical support
- Perform routine review in support of GMP
- Perform sampling and testing of raw materials according to company procedures
- Perform API testing according to company procedures
- Prepare material for shipment to customers
- Represent company with a high level of integrity and professionalism
- Adhere to company policies and support management decisions in a positive, professional manner
- Keep meticulous and current notebook, logbook and electronic records, related to the work performed
Qualifications for quality chemist
- Viscometer, pH meter, Karl Fisher titrator, FTIR, GC, HPLC, uV-Vis
- Demonstrated understanding of microbiology process, plating methods and techniques
- Solid knowledge of cGMP and other regulatory requirements associated with biotech/pharm industry
- Bachelor Degree in chemistry or biochemistry
- Two or more years of laboratory experience, preferably in a chemistry or biochemistry environment
- Good mathematical skills and familiarity with analytical quantitative calculations
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Our company is looking for a quality chemist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for quality chemist
- Daily Data Review
- Renewal and scheduling of service contracts
- Training of analysts on instrumentation, methods, techniques
- Maintaining Reference Standards
- Support Plant Chemists and Engineers
- Lead Charleston Plant Quality Management efforts
- Must be able to stand on feet for extended periods of time throughout the work day
- Must have the ability to life up to 20 lbs on an occasional basis in order to perform job
- Perform gas chromatograph analysis (hydrocarbon speciation, fuel dilution in engine oil)
- Conduct various fuel analyses (fuel composition, heating value, distillation points)
Qualifications for quality chemist
- Associates Degree, or equivalent, in scientific field, bachelor's degree preferred
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Chemistry or related field, required
- Must be able to lift 50lbs and climb step ladders
- Associate's degree (AS) or Bachelor's degree (BS) in Chemistry or a related field
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in Chemistry or other applicable scientific discipline
- Bachelor's degree (BS) degree in Chemistry or related field required
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Our growing company is looking for a quality chemist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for quality chemist
- Work with quality chemists, manufacturing engineers, quality technicians, supply chain analysts, and vendors to resolve issues associated with incoming raw material
- Assist in the development, modification, and updating of quality specifications, methods, procedures, processes, and standards as needed
- Data cleansing, coordination and reconciliation activities of master, quality, and various other data groups associated with the conversion from legacy systems to the new company ERP
- Support and documentation of the quality groups training activities
- Perform routine tests of finished product and stability samples
- Evaluate test results and decides acceptability of the samples based on the test results
- Maintain the laboratories with good housekeeping practices and in compliant with cGMP
- Design and develop test methods, perform experimental tests and evaluate performances
- Write test methods, method validation protocols and reports
- Establish test specifications and communicate with internal and external customers
Qualifications for quality chemist
- A Bachelor or Masters Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry or a related subject from a locally or internationally recognized university with at least 3 years to 5 years industrial experience in a product quality analysis, or water analysis laboratory
- Candidates with a PhD in the related subject especially with hands on experience in LC/MS would be an added advantage
- Hands-on experience in the use of automated instrumental analytical techniques such as using LC/MS (ion trap and triple-stage quadrupole mass spectrometer), GC, GC/MS, GPC and HPLC would be highly regarded
- Knowledge of ISO standards (such as ISO 9001/17025) and quality procedures, Quality Control concepts and their application would be an added advantage
- A Bachelor’s degree Chemistry or other related technical field and 10 years of industry experience in polymer/analyticalchemistry, or a Master’s degree in Chemistry or other related technical field and 8 years industry of experience in polymer/analytical chemistry, or a Ph.D
- Deep knowledge and expertise in medical devices or pharmaceuticals and capability to propose necessary testing to establish the safety/biocompatibility of medical devices and their compliance with regulatory agencies guidelines