Chemist

MegaFood, a Certified B Corporation and 1% for the Planet member, leverages 50+ years of scientific experience to thoughtfully craft quality supplements made with real food & nutrients that your body knows how to absorb. Since our founding in 1973, MegaFood has been committed to providing people safe, high quality supplements and takes food safety and quality seriously. MegaFood products are tested for 150+ pesticides are NSF GMP certified and are made without the top 9 food allergens (milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish, and sesame.)  MegaFood is also Certified Plastic Neutral through its partnership with rePurpose Global and has enabled recovery of over 740,000 pounds of nature-bound plastic since it became certified in 2023. Learn more at megafood.com or follow @megafood on Instagram, @realmegafood on TikTok and @MegaFood on LinkedIn.

This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT. 

The Chemist support the qualitative and quantitative analysis of food and dietary supplement ingredients and products. 

Key Responsibilities

• Once qualified, routinely tests raw materials, bulk, and finished products.

• Prepares chemical reagents needed to perform routine testing.

• Performs instrumental analytical testing techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and HPTLC

• Performs chemical testing techniques such as titration, pH, and allergen ELISA.

• Performs physical testing techniques such as moisture and water activity.

• Reviews/issues manufacturing paperwork, analytical department paperwork (data review, SOP updates, etc.), and may be asked to work on other documentation projects and tasks as directed.

• Aids with chemical tracking and disposal.

• Cleans and maintains lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment

• Maintains accurate, legible, and timely records of analytical and physical testing, both manually and with the use of a computer.

• Recognizes aberrant data, communicates issues to lab management in a timely manner, and troubleshoots equipment and testing issues.

• Supports training new hires.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience in chemistry or a related field Required

• 1-3 years related experience Minimum of 3 years laboratory experience Required

• Experience with HPLC, ICP, and HPTLC Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, procedures, and instrumentation used in an analytical chemistry laboratory.

• Ability to exercise extreme attention to a lot of detail.

• Ability to apply critical and analytical thinking a situation in order to reveal root causes.

• Must be able to think and work independently, yet share ideas and work toward team goals.

• Ability to use a computer required, including familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, email and database applications.

• Ability to express thoughts in a clear concise manner both orally and written is also expected.

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

• Independently manages daily workflow to align with business priorities; plans multiple work activities with varying deadlines and complexities.

• Ability to provide technical support to other team members.

• Troubleshoot and perform some maintenance on instrumentation

Physical or Work Requirements

Travel
5%

Compensation and Benefits

We are committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

National Target Base Pay Range: $53,000.00 - $88,000.00 

The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $59,000.00 - $98,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas. 

Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. 

Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment.  Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.  

Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity, to meet the needs of our business. Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime. 

MegaFood is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging. The collective sum of our individual differences, knowledge, life experiences, and unique talents, represents a significant part of our culture and is the foundation for our accomplishments and impact.

MegaFood is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. MegaFood recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.

MegaFood also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email recruiter@pharmavite.com.

CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:
Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

JOB ALERT FRAUD:
We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent MegaFood in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information.
Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on MegaFood.com’s Careers section.
If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to: recruiter@pharmavite.com.

DISCLOSURE:

Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.