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The Protein Chemist III essential duties and responsibilities according to Standard Operating Procedures ensuring accuracy and quality throughout the processes.  Takes on leadership roles for process improvements, product transfers, troubleshooting, and training.  Takes on supervisory roles in absence of supervisor/manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Formulate chemical reagents from stock with direction from the appropriate Standard Manufacturing Procedure (SMP) or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

• Conduct chemical reactions for development of reagents with direction from the appropriate Standard Manufacturing Procedure (SMP) or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

• Works with hazardous mycotoxin powders and concentrated mycotoxin stocks utilizing proper personal protective equipment including a glove box containment system

• Works with flours derived from food commodities for use in detection of potentially allergenic proteins like milk, gluten, nut, etc.

• Perform in process quality testing and product release testing with direction from the appropriate Standard Manufacturing Procedure (SMP) or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

• Follow International Organization for Standardization (ISO) guidelines in the manufacture of all reagents.

• Use good manufacturing procedures (GMP) and good documentation practices (GDP) in the manufacture of all reagents.

• Participate and lead in validation and verification procedures for raw material qualification.

• Participate and lead in troubleshooting efforts pertaining to product failures.

• Participate and lead in product/process improvement of current products.

• Assist Supervisor and Manager in maintenance of raw material inventory and/or lab supplies

• Maintains the general cleanliness and organization of work areas using lean processes and 5S

• Operation, maintenance, and calibration of basic equipment necessary to perform job functions

• Adheres to any and all safety rules and regulations, including personal protective equipment, proper use of equipment, proper disposal of any and all materials etc.

• Plans and executes necessary preparatory processes for scheduled manufacturing duties in advance

• Responsible for equipment preventative maintenance of specialized and advanced equipment

• Participate in new product transfers

• Produce, compile, and analyze data sets generated for raw material qualification, product release testing and/or troubleshooting efforts

• Prepares and presents reports and analysis of data as required

• Assist in physical inventories, cycle counts, or inventory discrepancy reconciliations as required.

• Propose, conduct, and lead product/process improvement of current products or processes

• Proposes and completes document updates and improvements. Can delegate document updates to Protein Chemist I and II.

• Generates and submits Non-Conforming Material Reports to the appropriate approval committee(s)

• Assist Supervisor with scheduling throughput for product manufacture, troubleshooting, and experimentation

• Train new incoming staff on all processes, procedures, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials

• Provides support to all Chemistry staff in the absence of Supervisor and/or Manager

• Provides interdepartmental communication and interaction in the absence of the Supervisor and/or Manager

• Attends meetings as requested and in the absence of the Supervisor and/or Manager.

• Reviews and provides sign off on batch records

• Generate, edit, and review experimental designs submitted by staff in MEMO format

• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or manager

• Comply with and promote all corporate handbook policies

• Comply with, promote and strive to achieve all corporate and departmental goals

• Comply with, promote and strive to achieve all productivity, quality, and behavior expectations.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience:

• Minimum BS degree in Protein Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biological Science, Immunology, Microbiology, Food Science, or related science field. 

• 3-5 years of research, laboratory, manufacturing experience and/or related work experience.  Knowledge and understanding of cGMPs and ISO is desired.

• Candidates should have experience in protein characterization, organic synthesis, bioanalytical assay development and execution, data analysis, and scientific data presentation. 

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s and calculate percent.  Ability to perform these calculations using units of American weight and measurement.  Ability to perform routine, college-level mathematical operations

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural documents. 

Computer Skills:  To perform this job successfully, an individual should have some knowledge of Microsoft Office software as well as the ability to effectively communicate electronically.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Skills and Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Cultural Savvy: Demonstrates and lives One Neogen Pillars of Trust; Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect and Service through all actions, behaviors, and communication.   

Communication: Communicates effectively through all necessary messaging and actively listens to others.                  

Leading Others: Leads by example and creates culture of trust through team work.             

Decision Making and Problem Solving: Identifies information needed and makes timely decisions. Has knowledge needed to perform responsibilities.              

Driving Performance: Drives performance through remaining focused, consistently showing up and timeliness, meeting productivity standards, thinking outside of the box and asking for help when needed.                  

Organizational Strategy: Understands their role and is actively curious as to how it fits within the organization.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors or airborne particles, and potentially hazardous chemicals including Mycotoxins utilizing proper personal protective equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Why Neogen

At Neogen we believe that taking care of our employees allows them to do their best work. When you join our team, you'll enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

Benefits include:

• Benefits starting on Day One – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on your first day of employment.

• 401(k) with company match – Invest in your future with retirement savings and company contributions.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Enjoy generous paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and spend time with those who matter most.

• Career Growth Opportunities – We are committed to promoting from within and providing the tools, training, and support to help you grow your career.

• Meaningful Work – Be part of a team whose work has a real impact on our customers, communities, and the world around us.

• Collaborative Culture – Join a team that values innovation, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Come build your future with us while making a difference every day.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world’s best-known food companies. Neogen’s solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers’ operations – and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!

Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust – the principles which guide our everyday decision—making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.