Chemist I

Contributes to the operational efficiency in the Laboratory. The primary function of this job will require workers to follow all SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) and approved laboratory methods to ensure all products are compliant with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations; NSF GMP standards; SQF food safety certification standards; non-GMO (genetically modified organism), Oregon Tilth organic, and Demeter Biodynamic certification standards; and our exceptionally high manufacturing standards; and help ensure that product is available to ship as scheduled.

Actively and cooperatively participate as a member of the Research and Lab Services Department to ensure that dietary supplements manufactured at OWH meet quality standards. Under supervision of the Laboratory Manager, perform and complete laboratory work as outlined in the department’s active job responsibility listing.

Key Function/Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the daily maintenance and support of the laboratory equipment and tasks.

2. Perform daily sample preparation, analysis, data collection, and pass summarization on to the Quality Control department for release/rejection of materials and finished goods.

3. Assist with investigations on materials and products that do not conform to OWH’s quality standards including out-of-specification results and product complaints.

4. Engage in continuing education in both OWH Standard operating Procedures (SOPs) and cross-training in various laboratory techniques.

5. Perform other duties as assigned or needed in the laboratory