About this role
<p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%">Job title: Associate Research Scientist II - Quality Assurance </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%">Division: Quality Control / Innovation & Sciences</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%">Salary Grade: EXA 14 </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%">Salary Range: $74,658 - $82,517</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%">Location: Ada, MI </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">What do we need: </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">Amway is seeking an Associate II Research Scientist to join our Chemical Quality Control (QC) team within the Amway Research & Development division. This team, located at our Ada, Michigan headquarters, provides a broad range of chemistry-related technical services and expertise, supporting Amway’s global Innovation, Manufacturing and Supply Chain functions. This is a first shift position.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> <strong>What’s special about this team: </strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">The QC Analytical Capabilities group is a dynamic team of 15 scientists, focused on testing and releasing raw materials, in-process samples and finished goods. The team utilizes advanced technology including HPLC/UPLC, GC and more, to support testing across several plants/products ranging from supplements to protein powders to personal care products. This team works under the umbrella of the QC Department, which also includes Operations & Delivery, Microbiology, Incoming Material Inspection and Records Review. This team works cross functionally with partners in Product Development, as well as Manufacturing and Supply Chain.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> <strong>What’s special about this role: </strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">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 chromatography testing, instrument calibration and maintenance, and involvement in process improvement projects. In-lab testing responsibilities support all business lines, consisting of GC, HPLC, UPLC, etc. for raw materials and finished goods. This role will also be involved in method and process transfers to support a lab consolidation project. 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 heavily lab focused role, so if you love working in a fast-paced lab environment, this may be perfect for you!</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> Required qualifications:</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> • BS degree in chemistry, biology, Life sciences or related field • Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a food/nutrition/drug quality assurance environment</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> • Background in chemistry testing, with a focus on chromatography methodologies</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">Skills to be successful in the role: </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">• GMP chemistry laboratory experience preferred </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">• Experience with manufacturing/quality engineering and understanding schedule needs </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%">• Experience with Empower, Starlims, PLM, SharePoint, JDE, Blue Yonder, and Excel</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Ability to appropriately prioritize workload</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%"> • Flexible team player, self-motivated, ability to be adaptable and work independently and as part of a team</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">This role is “Not” eligible </span></p>