Chemist Days

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Chemist - Days

Monday - Friday TBD either 6:00am - 2:30pm or 7:30am - 4:00pm

The annual salary for this position is $52,700 to $82,600.

Sign On Bonus - $2,000

What We’re About

• Innovation-We consistently generate new ideas, thinking outside the box while remaining strategically focused. We always think in terms of possibilities, not limitations.
• Collaboration-We rely on open and honest communication to develop productive working relationships within and across our business units and functions. The mutual respect we have for our colleagues enables us to challenge each other, leading to an even more cohesive team.
• Focus-We maintain a laser-like focus on our consumers. We will grow by leveraging consumer insights on all of our brands and will continue to be industry leaders.
• Entrepreneurialism-We pride ourselves on fostering this spirit where risk-taking and action is encouraged. We are extremely competitive externally, but not internally.
  
  

This highly visible position is located at our Vancouver, WA Facility.

What You’ll Do

This position will be responsible for assisting and performing specialized and routine laboratory examinations and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), company policies, safety policies and practices, quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Responsible at all times for ensuring that tasks are performed according to food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform routine testing of samples for HPLC, GC, LCMS or ICPMS in a timely, accurate manner. Work with the lab supervisor to determine priority of samples before performing the following:
• Solution preparation
• Sample extraction
• Instrument setup
• Data processing
• Result entry into LIMS
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and troubleshoots issues.
• Perform secondary review of data.
• Prepare reports and summarize large amounts of data using Excel, instrument software and LIMS.
• Use Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in all laboratory activities.
• Properly handle and dispose of laboratory hazardous waste.
• Monitor gas cylinders.
• Share responsibility for maintaining inventory and restocking of general laboratory supplies.
• Maintain inventory and restocking of columns, calibration standards, routine maintenance parts/accessories and sample prep materials.
• Log chemicals and standards into Chemical Tracker.
• Seek opportunities to reduce routine laboratory costs by increased efficiency (higher throughput, decreased cost of supplies).
• Execute projects as assigned to meet changing laboratory needs and requirements.
• Share responsibility for general laboratory organization and cleanliness.
• Communicate relevant work details to Lab Supervisor and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or closely related discipline; or four (4) years’ experience performing product testing in a dietary supplement, pharmaceutical or food laboratory food.
• At least one (1) year of experience using an HPLC, GC, LCMS or ICPMS system or other analytical instrumentation is required.
• Experience quantifying vitamin content in food following standard procedures and testing methods is a plus.
• Good knowledge of laboratory terminology, equipment, materials and the techniques/procedures commonly used in the analysis of food and related products.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain punctuality and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work in a standard laboratory setting and to use standard office and lab equipment; wear appropriate personal protective equipment; perform moderate physical activity which requires standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day and up to eight (8) hours per shift and lifting and carrying items weighing 25 pounds; and perform work onsite in a light industrial environment, including some exposure to non-toxic dust.
  
  

What We’ll Offer

• Competitive salary including annual bonus & Stock Incentive Program
• Comprehensive benefits package along with generous 401K
• Career ownership & development
• Diversity & Sustainability
  
  

As a Church & Dwight U.S. employee, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and Paid Parental Leave among other benefits and perks. U.S. employees are entitled to 8 Company paid holidays, 6 floating holidays, and up to 14 paid vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match). Learn more about benefits at Church & Dwight.

Church & Dwight Co. Inc., a $5 billion company, was founded in 1846 and is headquartered in Ewing, New Jersey. We are one of the fastest growing Consumer Packaged Goods companies and as a testament to our performance; the company was added to the S&P 500 in 2016. Church & Dwight is a leader in the Household Consumer Products and Personal Care industry, with such brands as ARM & HAMMER, Trojan, First Response, Nair, Spinbrush, Oxi Clean, Vitafusion, Orajel, Batiste and more.

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/