Production Scientist/Chemist I

Company Information

NSI an Antylia Scientific company was founded in 1982 to operate reference materials program for the U.S. EPA, and today, we continue to manufacture and certify reference materials, reagents and proficiency testing programs for applications ranging from classical water chemistry and microbiology to solid and hazardous waste analysis. We have added proficiency testing and certified reference materials for food science, cannabis, and pharmaceutical science.

Job Description

Job Title: Production Scientist/Chemist I

Reports To: Manager, Production

Position Location: Raleigh, NC

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-Exempt): Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

The Chemist I will involve all manufacturing tasks related to the production of the company's organic products. Responsibilities include manufacturing, handling, and packaging various classes of organic compounds as per standard operating procedures. The incumbent must be a dynamic individual who can multi-task and perform various activities associated with manufacturing operations while adhering to all safety policies and high quality Standard Operating Procedures. This position requires hands on chemistry lab work and will report to the Organic Manufacturing Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist and manufacture organic chemical products using knowledge of chemistry principles
• Assist in inventory management including organization of inventory, weighing actual hands-on inventory, and updating LIMS
• Adhere to all safety, quality, process, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements
• Adhere to inventory management policies, procedures and practices to ensure uninterrupted flow of material in support of production build schedules
• Communicate exceptions to established/agreed upon schedules to all affected parities internal and external.
• Actively participate with internal support organizations to ensure product quality and delivery schedules meet customer specifications and expectations
• Troubleshoot products that exhibit special process problems
• Identify, define and support intra/inter departmental continuous improvement activities/initiatives to successfully support operations and the corporate strategic vision
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related field from an accredited higher learning institution or equivalent experience.
• Up to 2 years laboratory experience. Organic chemistry experience preferred.
• Experience with general chemistry glassware, lab supplies and organic chemical handling
• Basic mathematics and familiarity with general chemistry calculations
• Self-motivated individual who possesses the ability to analyze, organize, plan, prioritize assignments, multi-task and achieve results through process focused production
• Ability to develop realistic/achievable action plans to support organizational objectives and strategies
• Quick learner, ability to pick up and create procedures and processes quickly.
• Ability to prioritize work as needed and taking direction from Management
• Project management training and experience is beneficial
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office products, and the ability to use email.
• Knowledgeable/familiarity in the areas of Lean Manufacturing, process control
• Strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization.

This position has not been approved for Relocation Assistance.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all of the duties and responsibilities associated with it.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.