Production Chemist - Protein Purification Department

Company: Werfen
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: May 15, 2025

Job Description:

Job InformationNumber ICIMS-2025-8759 Job function Manufacturing Job type Full-time Location T&T - Waukesha - Waukesha, Wisconsin United States Country United States Shift 1st About the PositionIntroduction Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care Overview We are seeking a Production Chemist to join our Manufacturing Department and be responsible for the manufacture of bulk clinical and commercial kit reagents. Advanced safety knowledge and compliance with cGMP and ISO 13485 is essential for this position. If you have the necessary skills and experience to excel in this role, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities As a Production Chemist, you are responsible for the subassembly formulation, raw material preparation and/or processing, QC testing reagent or component formulation and some in-process testing. You will manage the development, planning, and implementation of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations for new or existing products or technologies. Additional responsibilities include:

• Staging of raw materials and formulation of reagent bulks or constituents
• Maintaining detailed device history records and maintaining training log
• Ensuring proper transportation, handling, and disposal of hazardous, biohazardous and/or infectious substances
• Operating and calibrating all general lab equipment
• Completing ERP transactions
• Maintaining measures and dispensing materials and performing cycle count of materials
• Participating in PPDs and DRs investigations.
• Assisting with the execution of process validations of new and existing mfg. processes
• Assisting in the preparation of technical reports
• Reviewing and updating procedures Qualifications As our Production Chemist with a background in chemistry, biology and/or biochemistry, you must have the necessary education, skills and experience for this position.Additional requirements include:
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biological/Life sciences, or equivalent discipline; minimum BS degree in Biological Science
  • Experience in general laboratory techniques (reagent preparation and measurement)
  • Experience working with automated filling equipment, a plus
  • Ability to follow procedure and conduct documents following GMP/GLP
  • Willingness to work with human blood and blood products
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, interacting with individuals from other groups
  • Must have multi-tasking, organizational and good interpersonal skills, and be team-oriented If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance. We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team. www.werfen.com Required
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