About the Opportunity
Reliance Vitamin, LLC, a dietary supplement manufacturer, is seeking a QC Chemist to support the quality and consistency of our products through laboratory testing, accurate documentation, and collaboration with Quality and Manufacturing teams.
Reporting to Quality Control Supervisor, this position tests raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with established methods, laboratory procedures, and applicable current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products according to approved methods and specifications.
- Perform Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC) testing and support analytical method development using applicable compendial monographs and established laboratory procedures.
- Identify, document, and report out-of-specification results and deviations involving internal and contract laboratory testing. Support investigations and corrective actions as assigned.
- Prepare and maintain accurate laboratory records, including chemical, solution, sample, and equipment logbooks.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate outside maintenance with Quality leadership.
- Monitor laboratory supplies and submit purchase requests as needed.
- Write and update standard operating procedures for Quality Control laboratory activities.
- Provide findings and supporting documentation for corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), investigations, and deviations. Communicate progress and deadlines to Quality leadership.
- Support the stability testing program and maintain associated records.
- Perform daily weight verification checks for analytical balances.
- Maintain Quality Control databases and provide samples, documentation, and Certificates of Analysis as requested.
- Communicate with internal teams and external laboratories to coordinate testing and support timely product release.
- Provide backup support for microbiological testing, sampling, staging, and inspections, following appropriate training and authorization.
- Maintain clean, organized laboratory work areas, equipment, and glassware.
- Perform other related Quality Control duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline. Chemistry is preferred.
- Minimum of three years of relevant laboratory or Quality Control experience.
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures, accurate recordkeeping, and cGMP requirements.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow test methods, safety procedures, and Quality Control standard operating procedures.
- Mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills appropriate to laboratory testing.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to organize work, maintain accurate records, and communicate testing results and issues promptly.
Pay and Benefits
The annual base salary range is $50,000–$65,000.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- AFLAC supplemental insurance options.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with an employer match.
- Eligibility to participate in the company’s Deep Employee Ownership (DEO) program, subject to the program’s eligibility, award, and vesting terms.
- $50 monthly company store dietary supplement allowance.
- Paid time off (PTO), earned sick time, and paid holidays.
Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, plan terms, and legal requirements.
Work Environment
This full-time, on-site position works in laboratory, office, and manufacturing environments at our Edison, New Jersey location. Responsibilities involve standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Essential job functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Employees follow applicable safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment, subject to reasonable accommodation requirements.
Equal employment opportunity
Reliance Vitamin, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees as required by applicable law.
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