Job title: Associate II Research Scientist - Quality Assurance
Department / Division: Quality Control / Innovation & Sciences
Salary Grade: EXA 14
Salary Range: $66,800 - $86,445
Location: Ada, MI
What do we need:
Amway is seeking an Associate II Research Scientist to join our Chemical Quality Control team within the Amway Innovation & Sciences division. This is a first shift position, focused on ICP (inductively coupled plasma) testing. This role supports a broad range of chemistry-related testing and services, supporting Amway’s global Innovation, Manufacturing and Supply Chain functions.
What’s special about this team:
The QC Chemistry group is a dynamic team of 19 employees and 4 contractors, focused on testing and releasing raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods in three high-throughput labs. These labs employ a broad range of instrumentation with methodologies including wet chemistry, HPLC/UPLC, GC, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, NIR, FTIR and more. The materials and products tested in the labs support several plants/products across campus ranging from supplements to protein powders to personal care products. This team works under the umbrella of the QC Department, which also includes Microbiology, Incoming Material Inspection and Records Review. This team works cross-functionally with partners in Innovation & Sciences, as well as Manufacturing and Supply Chain.
What’s special about this role:
This position is based at our Ada, Spaulding lab location. The role supports the Chemical Quality Control team, providing day to day lab support including wet chemistry and ICP testing, instrument calibration and maintenance, and involvement in process improvement projects. In-lab testing responsibilities support all business lines, consisting of titrations, physical & gravimetric methods, US-Vis and ICP for raw materials and finished goods. This role will also be involved in method and process transfers specifically related to ICP. As we work closely with and support manufacturing, planning and other quality functions, an open, collaborative mindset is a must. A sciences background with experience in nutrition AND/OR drug quality assurance is a requirement. This is a heavy lab focused role, so if you love working in a fast-paced lab environment, this may be perfect for you!
Required qualifications:
- BS degree in chemistry, biology, Life sciences or related field
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a food/nutrition/drug quality assurance environment
- Background in chemistry testing, with a focus on wet chemistry and ICP methodologies
Skills to be successful in the role:
- GMP chemistry laboratory experience preferred
- Experience with manufacturing/quality engineering and understanding schedule needs
- Experience with Empower, Starlims, PLM, SharePoint, JDE, Blue Yonder, and Excel
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to appropriately prioritize workload
- Flexible team player, self-motivated, ability to be adaptable and work independently and as part of a team
This role is “Not” eligible for sponsorship.