Job Information
About the Position
Introduction
Werfen
Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Overview
Position Summary:
The Chemist is responsible for applying knowledge and skill in support of chemical formulation and analysis of production blends, and for testing incoming raw material component products. This is a temp to hire posititon with the inital contract being 3 months.
The pay range for this position is currently $28-$38/hr. Individual compensation is based on the candidate’s qualifications for the position, including experience, skills, knowledge, education, certifications, internal equity, budget, and/or other business and organizational needs.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
Essential Functions:
- Formulate, process and analyze blends according to schedule; ensure timely release of quality product to stock to avoid backorder; meet unscheduled peaks as necessary
- Compile and analyze test information as needed
- Ensure proper reporting and compliant documentation of lot controlled ingredients (on batch records, ERP system, etc.); provide relevant data and prepare reports as needed
- Drive the formulation and process of newly developed tests and manufacturing procedures; revise existing products as needed
- Provide advanced support for the transfer of product to routine manufacturing
- Coordinate corrective action for technical problems related to raw materials, finished products; minimize rejects and field complaints
- Evaluate new technologies-- provide implement or recommend improvement initiatives
- Assist with critical incoming raw materials and in-process procedures and specifications
- Confer with functional and cross-functional counterparts as necessary to ensure efficient quality formulations
- Participate in corrective and preventive actions-- identify issues and implement or recommend corrective action as necessary
- Adhere to related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality system requirements, safety standards, and regulations
- Participate in continual improvement activities throughout the Manufacturing function to enhance processes, products and standards
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Budget managed (if applicable): N/A
Internal Networking/Key relationships
- To be determined based on department needs
Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:
- Bachelors degree (Chemistry) or equivalent, with a minimum of one (1) to two (2) years related previous experience, preferably within a regulated medical device or pharmaceutical environment, required
- Must possess detailed knowledge of chemistry and related scientific principles
- Must be able to implement proper techniques and to modify and/or extend theory and practices
- Good writing and documentation, communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills are essential
- Computer literacy required; knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with large enterprise resource planning (ERP) and electronic data management systems preferred
- Good problem solving skills required
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
www.werfen.com