Chemist USA-CA Carpinteria/en-US/avantorJobs/job/USA-CA-Carpinteria/Chemist_R-103580-1/apply Job Summary Reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor or designate. Under minimal supervision, assists with the coordination of product design/development planning and design transfer activities. Coordinates design and development verification/validation activities and assists in the generation and review of associated protocols. Evaluates impact of process improvement efforts and manufacturing deviations on process validations and product design. Acts as a team leader in directing others to achieve above goals. Prepares written technical reports and proposals for management review. Responsible for knowing silicone manufacturing processes and related formulations. Assists in the supervision of Technical Writers Assists with the coordination of product design and development planning Coordinates design transfer activities (feasibility reviews, design reviews, post production product reviews) Conducts annual Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) product reviews Coordinates Design and Development verification and validation activities Evaluates impact of process improvement efforts and manufacturing deviations on process validations and product design Generates and/or reviews Validation Master Plans and associated validation protocols Generates and/or reviews Installation, Operation, and Process Qualification documentation for manufacturing and testing instrumentation Interfaces with various NuSil departments Works closely with Research and Development, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance Testing and Engineering departments to implement and review process design Must be regular and punctual in attendance Responsible for maintaining quality within the scope of the job description. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESnbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; Train and oversee daily duties of design transfer and technical writing staff QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.nbsp; nbsp; EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEnbsp;nbsp; Masters Degree in Chemistry, Material Sciences, or Chemical Engineering withnbsp; 0-3 years experience, or BA and with 2-5 years experiencenbsp;nbsp; nbsp; LANGUAGE SKILLSnbsp;nbsp; Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.nbsp; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.nbsp; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.nbsp; nbsp; MATHEMATICAL SKILLSnbsp;nbsp; Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.nbsp; Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.nbsp; nbsp; REASONING ABILITYnbsp;nbsp; Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.nbsp; nbsp; PHYSICAL DEMANDSnbsp; The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For safety, the use of contact lenses for any reason, cosmetic or corrective, is prohibited on the production floor, in the lab areas, in the engineering shop, or while working on equipment. The company will provide prescription safety glasses with a current (under 12 months) vision corrective prescription provided by the employee.nbsp; nbsp; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.nbsp; The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.nbsp; The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.nbsp; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.nbsp; Dependable attendance desirable.nbsp; nbsp; MENTAL DEMANDS:nbsp; The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsnbsp; nbsp; While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to maintain a pleasant and professional manner with coworkers, customers and visitors.nbsp; Must effectively handle and prioritize multiple tasks, manage people, meet deadlines, and work as a team player. The employee must be able to effectively delegate, make decisions on imperfect information and to communicate and give and receive complex oral and/or written instructions.nbsp; Must have the ability to make upper management decisions.nbsp; Work with high level of efficiency and confidentiality.nbsp; In addition, the employee must be able to determine and carry out appropriate actions addressing employee disciplinary issues.nbsp; nbsp; WORK ENVIRONMENTnbsp; The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.nbsp; nbsp; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.nbsp; The work environment is usually non-climate controlled.nbsp; The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.nbsp; QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications) * B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other related field * 0-5 years experience in laboratory setting * Proficient with physical testing techniques * ASQ certification preferred * English Proficiency is required DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. 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