Chemist-I, QC Chem, Midnight (Wednesday to Sunday 11pm to 7:30am)

at  Baxter

THIS IS WHERE YOU SAVE AND SUSTAIN LIVES

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.
Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.
Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.
Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation seeks a Chemist-I to join our team on the Midnight shift (Wednesday to Sunday 11pm to 7:30am) at our Alliston facility. This position allows you to make a direct impact on patient care in a world-class environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree or equivalent experience, Bachelor of Science Majoring in Analytical Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• 3-5 years of analytical chemical testing lab experience.
• Over 2 years of chemical lab experience in a pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment in a Quality Management Laboratory.
• Proficiency in MS Office and laboratory computerized systems.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Highly effective analytical and problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities.
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience performing analytical testing in compliance with specification requirements, including instrumental techniques such as HPLC, ICP-MS, GC, Atomic Absorption, UV-VIS spectroscopy, Flame Photometry, and IR spectroscopy.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with LIMS is an asset.
• Technical writing experience is an asset.

• Perform chemical analysis to ensure product acceptability.
• Ensure that final products meet required standards before release by analyzing them using instrumental and wet chemical techniques according to the specifications.
• Analyze in-process samples using a variety of assays and procedures, taking appropriate action if the result is out of the specified limits.
• Maintain chemistry lab in good order.
• Compile analysis reports by entering results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), approving them, and forwarding to the Document Center.
• Support departmental 6S efforts by maintaining all work areas in a clean and orderly state, disposing of waste, cleaning glassware, and removing expired chemicals/reagents.
• Perform required preventative maintenance on equipment in the QM lab to ensure accurate functioning and delivery of consistent and reliable results.
• Contact manufacturers of equipment and arrange for service in the event of equipment malfunction.