Scientist I, Production

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Scientist, Production

Reports To : Manager, Operations

Location : North Charleston, SC

Work Type : Onsite

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Position Summary :

Individuals serving in this position will be working in manufacturing, product development, and Quality testing at the Diagnostics business units. Employees will be trained in a variety of lab techniques

specific to the department assigned as well as document generation and completion. 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 lab work and will report to the Lab or Production Manager.

Key Responsibilities :

• Execution of quality system procedures
• Proper execution of SOPs, safety guidelines, and work instructions for manufacturing procedures assigned by supervisor
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team towards completion of specific projects
• Use of manufacturing related equipment as required by work instructions and SOPs
• Data analysis
• Demonstration of sound problem-solving skills and troubleshooting abilities
• Communicate exceptions to established / agreed upon schedules to all affected parties internal and external.
• Adherence to quality systems with special regard to FDA, ISO 13485 and GMP / OSHA compliance
• QC testing of components and finished products including organization of inventory, weighing actual hands-on inventory and updating systems.
• Inventory management of materials and supplies
• Focus on continual process improvement
• Cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• Guided experimental design and product testing assigned by supervisor
• Preparation of reagents, media, and buffers
• Performs other duties as assigned

Department Specific Potential Duties :

Chemistry

Experience :

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

Compensation & Benefits :

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

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.