Production Chemist, CGMP Manufacturing

The role

The Production Chemist performs hands-on cGMP peptide manufacturing for upstream or downstream operations. You will execute manufacturing tasks, handle raw materials, and maintain documentation to support batch and campaign schedules.

What you will do

• Execute assigned manufacturing tasks per approved batch records, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Perform upstream operations including SPPS, cleavage, resin preparation, and crude peptide isolation.
• Perform downstream operations including prep HPLC purification, fraction pooling, concentration, and lyophilization.
• Verify protected amino acids batch by batch against specification.
• Check analytical HPLC and mass of dissolved crude peptide to guide purification.
• Handle raw materials, solvents, and reagents safely.
• Operate and clean production equipment and instruments.
• Prepare and label chemical solutions and buffers.
• Perform in-process checks and escalate unexpected results.
• Complete batch records, logbooks, and standardized forms accurately in real time.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Hands-on laboratory experience, through coursework, internships, or work
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures precisely and document accurately
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-moving team
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Wear required PPE
• Ability to work Saturdays and/or Sundays as required by the production schedule

Nice to have

• Background or hands-on experience in peptide synthesis (SPPS)
• Experience with HPLC purification or lyophilization
• Familiarity with analytical HPLC and mass spectrometry for in-process data review
• Prior exposure to cGMP or regulated environments

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision

Before you apply

• Requires working with Hazardous Drugs (HD) and wearing required PPE
• Requires medical approval to wear respiratory protection
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be willing to confirm understanding of potential risks of handling hazardous drugs

About the company

Hims & Hers is a health and wellness platform that provides access to affordable, accessible, and personal healthcare. The company is a public company traded on the NYSE.