Iowa City, Iowa, US
5 days ago
Analytical Chemist

Company Overview:

 ATL, A Bureau Veritas Company is a professional services organization with an ever-broadening service portfolio to support FDA-regulated products and companies worldwide. Providing scientific, engineering, and regulatory laboratory services, we seamlessly leverage our expertise within the consumer product goods, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. 

 

Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we are a highly profitable and nimble entrepreneurial organization comprised of nearly 500 experts who work throughout the United States. Anchored by the mission to add value to our clients throughout all stages of the product life cycle, we are the most desired business partner for our Fortune 500 clients.

 

Schedule:

12-hour rotating day/night shift (2-2-3), working every other weekend
 

Position Summary:
The Analytical Chemist will work both independently and under the supervision of a manager. They will have access to the manager and other colleagues to answer questions. The purpose of the role is to perform quality testing on raw materials, in process and finished goods.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform various sample preparation, extraction, and analysis techniques utilizing analytical methods.  Perform serial dilutions to create standards and quality control samples following a written method.  Perform identification, gravimetric, qualitative, and physical testing on a routine basis.  Execute titration testing, chromatography (GC and/ or HPLC) and atomic absorption (AA).  Utilize basic instrumentation to perform testing on a routine basis.  Meet all testing assignment deadlines and document all analysis in a timely and accurate manner.  Perform method validations and verifications.  Complete DIR/OOS/CAPA documentation.  Assess SOPs and methods, recommend and initiate changes as needed.  Support audit activities.  Perform routine lab maintenance, maintaining a clean and safe laboratory space.  Other duties as assigned

 

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline Strong interpersonal skills such as relationship building, initiative, positive attitude, and team building.  Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively, both written and verbal.  Ability to manage time and prioritize work effectively.  Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.  Accurate data management, sorting and interpreting.  Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.  Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.  0-1 years of experience working with GC, HPLC or Atomic Absorption (AA) preferred.  Experience in an FDA or cGMP regulated environment preferred.  Understanding of theoretical knowledge behind instrumentation and methodology including method validation preferred.  Experience in the consumer products, pharmaceuticals or personal care industry preferred. 

 

Physical & Travel Requirements:

Frequent standing up to 12 hours Frequent walking around a large manufacturing facility Frequent fine manipulation with hands Occasionally lifting up to 10lbs. 0% Travel

 

AT ATL, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. ATL strongly supports diversity in the workplace. 

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