Chemist I - Quality Control Lab

About Us
At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we have one overarching mission - to work passionately, challenging ourselves and our industry every day, to drive what we believe is the next health revolution: evolving from simply serving consumers, to helping people help themselves - bringing "Health in Your Hands".
Sanofi Consumer Healthcare US (formerly Chattem) is a leading marketer and manufacturer of a broad portfolio of branded over-the-counter (OTC) healthcare products, in such categories as allergy, upper and lower gastrointestinal, skin care, topical pain care, oral care and other OTC toiletry products. The US CHC portfolio includes well-recognized brands such as: Allegra, Nasacort, Xyzal, Dulcolax, Gold Bond, Cortizone-10, Icy Hot, Aspercreme, ACT, Unisom, and Selsun Blue.
To achieve this, we need strong talent who will help us shape the future of our Consumer Healthcare business and challenge our industry. We aspire to create a work environment where people can thrive, grow, and be at their best every day. We believe in operating with integrity and prioritizing the health and well-being of people and communities where we operate, working towards making a positive impact in the world.
Position Responsibilities

• Perform testing of ingredients as required to support production requirements. Assure that testing is properly documented, and that the ingredient is dispositioned in accordance with the results of the test and the appropriate standard operating procedures.

• Perform routine laboratory testing for bulk and finished product to support production or shipping requirements. Assure that testing is properly documented and that the bulk or finished product is dispositioned in accordance with the results of the test and the appropriate standard operating procedures.

• Perform stability testing in support of the room temperature stability program. Assure that stability testing is completed in a timely manner and within the designated time frame. Complete stability testing documentation as appropriate.

• Knowledge of and ability to use lab instruments including but not limited to: UV-VIS, HPLC, GC, ICP, AA, and FTIR.

• Secure and file the MSDS sheet for all laboratory chemicals and reagents. Maintain a log of laboratory chemicals and reagents. Assure that chemicals and reagents are within their respective expiration date or shelf life. Discard any expired or obsolete chemicals or reagents as appropriate.

• Oversee the proper disposal of laboratory waste in conformance to the established procedure.

• Assure that all equipment in the Quality Control laboratory is maintained in good working condition and that the equipment is kept clean and handled in a manner consistent with the manufacturer's specifications. Assure that system documentation is secure and organized and that instrument logbooks are properly maintained and are up to date.

• Assure that the laboratory and chemist workspace is always maintained in a neat and orderly manner. This includes but is not limited to: proper rotation of laboratory towels, rinsing, cleaning and putting away of laboratory glassware, cleaning of common areas and personal space as appropriate. Observance and reporting of any damage to the infrastructure, plumbing, light fixtures or other maintenance that may be required.

Job Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Experience:

• One to three years of experience in a cGMP laboratory environment. If the experience requirement is not met, some academic lab hours are required.

Professional Skills:

• Competent in lab safety, computer literacy, record keeping and organization.

Role Specific Competencies:

• Competent in lab safety, computer literacy, record keeping and organization.

Special Requirements:

• Overtime as required.

What's In It For You

• Competitive Pay
• Three (3) Weeks Paid Vacation
• Robust 401(k) + Employer Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Learning and Developmental Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups

EEO/AA Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Location: Chattanooga, TN, USA
Relocation: Relocation assistance is not available.
Travel: No travel required.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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