Chemist (6-month assignment) - Day shift (Sunday to Thursday 7:00h-15:30h EST)

This is where  your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role at Baxter 

This is where my hands make life-sustaining products 

You are driven by the knowledge that the products you help make saves and sustain lives. You can move quickly, address questions, and encourage teammates, all while getting quality products out on time. You are calm, positive, and a key part of a fast-paced environment that emphasizes camaraderie and teamwork. As a Chemist, you are happiest when you are moving, and we will not disappoint!  

Baxter is known for its speed and high-quality product. Our manufacturing operations are around-the-clock to meet the needs of our customers. Our high-caliber talent works through the challenges at hand while pushing toward meeting client order needs. We are currently looking for Chemists to work a 6-month assignment full-time on our Day shift (Sunday to Thursday 7:00h-15:30h EST) at our Alliston facility . This position allows you to make a direct impact on patient care in a world-class environment. We offer an Employee Stock Purchasing Plan, Defined contribution pension plan and medical/dental benefits on your first day! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analysis to ensure product acceptability.

• Ensure that final products meet required standards before release by analyzing them using instrumental and wet chemical techniques according to the specifications.

• Analyze in-process samples using a variety of assays and procedures, taking appropriate action if the result is out of the specified limits.

• Maintain chemistry lab in good order.

• Compile analysis reports by entering results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), approving them, and forwarding to the Document Center.

• Support departmental 6S efforts by maintaining all work areas in a clean and orderly state, disposing of waste, cleaning glassware, and removing expired chemicals/reagents.

• Perform required preventative maintenance on equipment in the QM lab to ensure accurate functioning and delivery of consistent and reliable results.

• Contact manufacturers of equipment and arrange for service in the event of equipment malfunction.

Qualifications

• University Degree or equivalent experience, Bachelor of Science Majoring in Analytical Chemistry or Biochemistry.

• 3-5 years of analytical chemical testing lab experience.

• Over 2 years of chemical lab experience in a pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

• Familiarity with laboratory equipment in a Quality Management Laboratory.

• Proficiency in MS Office and laboratory computerized systems.

• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.

• Highly effective analytical and problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities.

• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience performing analytical testing in compliance with specification requirements, including instrumental techniques such as HPLC, ICP-MS, GC, Atomic Absorption, UV-VIS spectroscopy, Flame Photometry, and IR spectroscopy.

• Knowledge of GMP, ISO, and regulatory requirements.

• Familiarity with LIMS is an asset.

• Technical writing experience is an asset.

We understand that compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated salary range for this position is $72,080 - $108,120 annually, which reflects base salary as well as estimated target payout under the Management Incentive Compensation Plan. Individual pay will be determined based upon skills, expertise and experience, and the incentive, which is contingent upon company and individual performance outcomes. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

This posting is for a current existing vacancy within our organization. We are actively seeking qualified candidates to fill this open position. If you are interviewed for this position, we will advise you within 45 days of the interview as to whether or not you were successful in obtaining the position. Information submitted as part of the job application process will be kept on file for 3 years from the date of submission in accordance with legislative requirements.

As part of our recruitment process, Baxter Corporation may use AI tools to assist screening candidates and assist in evaluating candidate qualifications. All final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and recruitment team

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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