Validation Chemist

Chattem Chemicals, Inc. (a Sun Pharma Company) has a rich history as part of Chattem, Inc, which was founded as the Chattanooga Medicine Company on February 21, 1879. Today Chattem Chemicals, Inc. manufacturers a broad variety of products in four primary markets: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, Catalysts, Surfactants & Performance Additives.

Responsibilities:

• Develops validation protocols for equipment, facilities, processes, and cleaning procedures.
• Plans and schedules validation activities.
• Performs validation studies per schedule and written protocols.
• Accurately accumulates documents and communicates data.
• Prepares and submits validation final reports.
• Understands and assures conformance to cGMPs, SOPs and sound scientific principles.
• Recognizes, recommends, evaluates, and implements steps to improve procedures, SOPs, and products.
• Performs other quality assurance functions, including but not limited to:

auditing, failure analysis, and process control/ monitoring.

• Responsible for a variety of quality assurance activities including: shipment release, completed batch record review, deviation program, and other duties as assigned.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in chemistry, biology or related field.
• Proficient in the use of computers and MS Office products.
• Must work effectively both as an individual and as a team member.

Nearest Major Market: Chattanooga