Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

The position of Production Chemist II is within our Toxicology Business Unit located in Pomona, CA. Under supervision, this position is responsible for a variety of manufacturing support functions involving the operation of lab equipment and conduct of procedures/tasks according to established GMP, under the direction of senior staff.

This job description will be reviewed periodically and is subject to change by management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out production tasks in support of manufacturing goals and objectives.
• Participates in Lean Initiatives
• Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices
• Maintain records and notebooks as directed in a neat, thorough and accurate manner. Perform required data entry on company planning and materials management system. Report results to supervisor
• Maintain a neat and organized workplace. Ensure materials are appropriately labeled, approved for use and in enough quantity to complete required tasks
• Recommend and participate in document revisions to ensure accurate BOM's process descriptions
• Recommend and participate in document revisions to ensure accurate NCMR and deviations
• Operate moderately complex laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance/repair. Interface with contracted repair technicians as required
• Follow all safety guidelines, manufacturing policies and procedures. Operate under strict QSR and ISO compliance
• Perform complex formulations, component and material evaluations, equipment calibrations and maintenance
• Participate in product/process troubleshooting and validations
• Formulate complex reagents and solutions as directed, following established guidelines and procedures
• Carry out functions which may require multiple task coordination
• Cover on call assignments. Comply will all restrictions and requirements
• Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
• Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• BA or BS in Chemistry or Biological Sciences
• Two to four years’ experience in a production chemistry laboratory
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintains accurate records and notes, and carries out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion while adhering to safe laboratory practices
• Knowledge and ability to use MS Office and other manufacturing systems
• Knowledge of a variety of lab equipment and their operation
• Able to carry out experiments following established guidelines and summarize results accurately.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrate problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Able to functionally direct junior research staff
• Adaptable and willing to take on multiple new tasks and responsibilities
• Independent collaborative self-starter with the ability to make appropriate quality-related decisions in real time
• Process orientated, logical, analytical, meticulous, highly organized and able to analyze data & implement solutions
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment while satisfying individual responsibilities and objectives

COMPETENCIES:

• Initiative
• Attention to detail
• Work in a team environment
• Driven for results

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation, please contact your local HR department.

The salary for this role is between $53,700 – $107,300