Associate Chemist - Leonia, United States - Nestle International

Description

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives.

Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more.

We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way.

We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.


Position Summary:
The Associate Chemist position is responsible for performing routine laboratory procedures in a quality control laboratory. Duties are performed under general supervision. Must be familiar with basic laboratory equipment and techniques. Responsibilities are focused on less complex testing and support functions.


Key Responsibilities:

• Performs routine testing of samples according to established procedures.
• Capable of independently operating instruments and apparatus. Prepares solutions, suspensions and media to perform essential laboratory procedures.
• Records data, performs calculations, and evaluates and reports results. Performs peer review of data and keeps management apprised of progress.
• Follow all Data Integrity guidelines
• Follow Good Laboratory Practices and Good Documentation Practices
• Prioritizes workload and meets scheduled timelines.
• Informs management of equipment and supply needs required to avoid delays in testing.
• Follows and complies with all and testing procedures, operating procedures, GMPs, and safety and health requirements as applicable.
• Demonstrates good housekeeping practices.
• Practices safe handling of hazardous materials and waste using proper and techniques.
• Selected qualified associates, at the discretion of the Quality Control/Quality Management, will be responsible for handling hazardous waste management.
• Conducts laboratory investigations as needed.
• Periodically performs duties of a higher position for the purpose of training and development.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned as required based on business need or management decisions.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• B.S. in chemistry preferred or Equivalent Experience
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Demonstrate communication, organization and listening skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, neatness and follow through.
• Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.
• Computer literate.

Requisition ID: 297490

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé.

The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.

In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.

Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:

• Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives.

Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more.

We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way.

We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.


Position Summary:
The Associate Chemist position is responsible for performing routine laboratory procedures in a quality control laboratory. Duties are performed under general supervision. Must be familiar with basic laboratory equipment and techniques. Responsibilities are focused on less complex testing and support functions.


Key Responsibilities:

• Performs routine testing of samples according to established procedures.
• Capable of independently operating instruments and apparatus. Prepares solutions, suspensions and media to perform essential laboratory procedures.
• Records data, performs calculations, and evaluates and reports results. Performs peer review of data and keeps management apprised of progress.
• Follow all Data Integrity guidelines
• Follow Good Laboratory Practices and Good Documentation Practices
• Prioritizes workload and meets scheduled timelines.
• Informs management of equipment and supply needs required to avoid delays in testing.
• Follows and complies with all and testing procedures, operating procedures, GMPs, and safety and health requirements as applicable.
• Demonstrates good housekeeping practices.
• Practices safe handling of hazardous materials and waste using proper and techniques.
• Selected qualified associates, at the discretion of the Quality Control/Quality Management, will be responsible for handling hazardous waste management.
• Conducts laboratory investigations as needed.
• Periodically performs duties of a higher position for the purpose of training and development.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned as required based on business need or management decisions.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• B.S. in chemistry preferred or Equivalent Experience
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Demonstrate communication, organization and listening skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, neatness and follow through.
• Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.
• Computer literate.

Requisition ID: 297490

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé.

The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.

In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.

Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:

• Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at

Leonia, NJ, US, 07605

Leonia, NJ, US, 07605