Quality Control Chemist

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role: 

The Quality Control Chemist at MilliporeSigma completes a variety of laboratory processes and procedures in the scheduling, evaluation, and review of stock and specialty chromatography products. Job duties include:

• Reviews test results for conformance to specifications.
• Performs advanced gas chromatograph and/or liquid chromatography operations according to documented methods to evaluate stock and/or custom chromatography products.
• Tests all product groups.
• Selects and prepares appropriate standards and solutions as required for product evaluation.
• Works with other departments to solve problems.
• Execute experiments, analyze and report on results.
• Recommends process of system improvements where possible.
• Reviews test results for conformance to specifications.
• Generates and maintains records of systems, procedures, and test results.
• Enters and evaluates QC data using PC and lab automation system.
• Fully utilized capabilities of chromatographic system software.
• Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of chromatographic instrumentation and related equipment.
• Assists in investigation of OOS results.
• Assists QC Analyst with product scheduling and review of test results.
• Writes/modifies SOP's
• Assists in training other QC technicians.
• Provides leadership role for process improvement.
• Provides technical information to production departments if needed.
• Position will reside in QC lab.

Physical Attributes:

• Lift parts of instruments, weighing 5-10 lbs 
• Install columns requiring fine motor skills (about 16 adjustments per hour) and bending from the waist
• Make injections in equipment at lab table height, about 10-15 per day
• Move to various labs throughout the building
• Stand throughout shift
• Ability to view data on a PC screen and operate PC equipment 

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other scientific discipline
• 1+ years of laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Gas and liquid chromatography
• Basic knowledge of statistics and statistical variations
• Demonstrated PC knowledge

• Ability to work well with others both within and outside of the QC area
• Attention to detail

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What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
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