Staff Chemist, Manufacturing

Support the manufacturing of chemistry based medical devices products by maintaining current processes and transferring new processes from R&D. The scope of work includes process and test method validation, identifying and implementing process and test method improvements, process transfer and scale-up. Work closely with R&D, Quality, and Regulatory in supporting the transfer of new products from R&D, process and test method validation, and process development and improvement. Job duties:

• Interface with other departments to solve production and technical problems.
• Advanced subject matter expertise for engineering change orders, non-conforming reports, and material review boards.
• Identify and implement new laboratory equipment and processes.
• Perform, interpret, and report analytical testing.
• Evaluate, create, and initiate improvements to existing engineering, project, and departmental systems.
• Oversee junior chemists’ execution of equipment and processes validations.
• Review, modify, and develop documents such as build of materials, manufacturing procedures, test methods and reports, validations, failure modes/effects analyses, etc.
• Guide junior chemists in their support of prototype and pilot production, facilities, planning, and process knowledge transfer.
• Advise team members on existing manufacturing processes, new products, product changes, and enhancements, as well as related tooling and fixtures.
• Supervise supporting manufacturing technicians or associates as needed.
• Day-to-day tasks performed under little to no supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned (e.g., create presentations, reports, etc.).