QC Chemist III - Days Location: Georgia, VT, US, 05468 At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, ACO®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging. Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to a blended-branded business to win in self-care. Description Overview Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT, is looking for a Chemist III to join their team. Scope of the Role General job skills related to laboratory analyses: Preparation of analytical standards. Accurately identify, weigh, and dilute stock standard materials for calibration purposes; Weighing of samples. Accurately identify and weigh sample materials for processing through analytical methods; General sample manipulations, to include: quantitative sample dilution, addition of analytical reagents, processing of samples through incubators, shakers, centrifuges, evaporators, etc.; Extraction of sample solutions, to include liquid-liquid and solid-phase techniques; Quantitative transfer of sample extracts between vessels; Instrument configuration and routine operation; Preparation of general laboratory reagents (buffers, mobile phases, etc.) General cleaning of materials after analysis Performs routine analyses of raw material and finished product samples as assigned, demonstrates proficiency in 5 – 10 separate chromatographic Analytical Methods (AM’s). Analytical techniques used in this group are primarily HPLC(High Pressure Liquid Chromatography), GC (Gas Chromatography), ICAP-AES (Inductively-Coupled Argon Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy), and FT-IR (Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy). Calculation of analyses. Logging of samples into LIMS Performs rudimentary investigation into analytical methods when OOS results are noted. Other duties as assigned (sensory evaluation, team assignments, training, equipment calibration, control charts, audit). Experience Required Requirements Four-year college degree in chemistry or related science. Consideration may be given to those who hold 10 years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience. Flexibility, adaptability and versatility are required. Preferred Experience 2-3 years’ experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory is preferred. Firm understanding of cGMP and Nutritional requirements preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of LIMS and SAP desired Willingness to participate in, contribute to and lead a high-performance work team Physical Requirements Ability to walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry up to 10 lbs. on a regular basis and 20 lbs. on an occasional basis. Must be able to push or pull 55 pounds or more or equivalency following written safe practice measures. Required to use hands and fingers to handle; feel or operate objects. Benefits We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally. Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo. We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) Thank you. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. Our full Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement is available on our main career site in English and Spanish and will be provided in other accessible forms for persons with disabilities. #DIV #weareperrigo Nearest Major Market: Burlington Vermont
