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    LGC Group

    Life Sciences

    Upstream Production Chemist II

    Manchester, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time6+ yrs experiencePosted 2d ago
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    Job description

    The Production Department at LGC Standards in Manchester, NH produces analytical single and multi-element reference standards both in organic and aqueous matrices, as well as botanical and other standards. Our standards are used for AA/GFAA, ICP, ICP-MS, IC, XRF, RDE, UVF, wet chemistry techniques, and QC applications. We are ISO 9001, ISO 17025, and ISO 17034 accredited.

    The main function of this role is to produce reference standards in a clean and safe lab environment.  This position will require creating or generating waste that is hazardous by regulation or that must be handled as hazardous waste regulations and company procedures require.

    Employees in this role may be assigned to multiple facilities, operations, or processes, some of which are sensitive to nicotine and other environmental contaminants. Individuals must comply with all site-specific contamination control, hygiene, and work practice requirements, including any SOP defined restrictions related to nicotine-containing products, tobacco, vaping products, fragrances, solvents, or other substances that could adversely affect product quality, research, manufacturing, or operational integrity. 

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Embody the LGC core values on a day-to-day basis and work within a team to be collaborative, efficient, and values based.
    • Prepare stock and custom bulks per Quality System Procedures. 
    • Use ERP system to maintain lab stock and an accurate warehouse inventory.
    • Follow standard operating procedures.
    • Set-up, operate, and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment (reactors, high shear mixers, balances, etc.).
    • Follows, as well as possesses, strong written and verbal instructions.
    • Verify Calibration of balances, volumetrics, and other laboratory equipment.
    • Demonstrates consistent, reliable performance.
    • Works effectively as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
    • Exhibits organizational skills and attention to detail.  Keep workspace clean to minimize hazards and contamination.
    • Demonstrates math and computer skills.
    • The ability to meet production goals.
    • Learn quickly and is easily trainable.
    • Maintains the ability to problem solve and apply retained knowledge.
    • Ability to learn chemical nomenclature, properties, and proper handling of chemicals.
    • Adhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy.
    • Perform other duties as required, or assigned by management, to meet business needs.
    • Assist in problem solving issues with products as they arise.

    Essential Knowledge and Qualifications:

    • 6 years experience in a production laboratory.
    • High School Diploma, GED, Related experience/training or equivalent.
    • Proficient in Microsoft windows.
    • Proficient in Microsoft office products.
    • Proficient in internet-based application programs.
    • Two-year degree in science or other technical field.

    Desired Knowledge and Qualifications:

    • BS in Chemistry with 2 years laboratory experience.
    • Experience working in a laboratory setting, including ability to create and follow standard operating procedures.
    • Advanced experience utilizing Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word and the currently used ERP system.
    • Experience with Analytical Chemistry and Metal Standards a plus.

    What we offer (US based-employees):

    • Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
    • FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
    • Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
    • 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
    • Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
    • Flexible work options
    • Pet Insurance for our furry friends
    • 8 weeks of Parental Leave for qualifying life events
    • Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

    ABOUT LGC:

    LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

    OUR VALUES

    • PASSION
    • CURIOSITY 
    • INTEGRITY
    • BRILLIANCE
    • RESPECT

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

    LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

    This position requires current U.S. work authorization. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship for temporary visas (including H‑1B, H‑2B, OPT, O‑1, TN)

    For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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    About the company

    LGC Group

    LGC Ltd ( www.lgcgroup.com ) is an international life sciences company working with customers in the government, academic, pharmaceutical, agricultural biotechnology, food, environment, security and sports sectors. LGC’s Grant Management Group (GMG) manages a number of research funding programmes on behalf of government departments and other large national health bodies, to improve NHS patient health and care. At the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) we enable and deliver world-class research that transforms people’s lives, promotes economic growth and advances science. We manage public investment in excess of £550 million per annum and provide bespoke expertise to charitable and commercial organisations to get the most out of their research funding. The NIHR Central Commissioning Facility (CCF) in Twickenham, based at LGC Ltd ( www.lgcgroup.com ), is one of NIHR’s Coordinating Centres and manages a number of research funding programmes on behalf of NIHR and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). This role is based in the Systems Team at Twickenham.

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