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Quality Control Chemist II (Glen Rock)

Quality Control Chemist II (Glen Rock)

ClinLab StaffingGlen Rock, PA, US
13 hours ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

QC Chemist IIGlen Rock, PA

Responsibilities :

  • Inspects components, products and / or processes to ensure conformance with standards.
  • Executes laboratory procedures for sample preparation.
  • Performs materials analysis of substantial variety & complexity using test methods, compendia methods, specifications with minimal supervision.
  • Ensure all analytical operations comply with cGMPs procedures and all laboratory experiments are properly documented in notebook and are in accord with regulatory requirements.
  • Conducts method qualification, validation projects work from established documents using basic analytical techniques.
  • Participates in the execution of validated test method transfer protocols.
  • Recommends / initiates modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality with the equipments capability.
  • Provide support to routine USP water and environmental testing.
  • Works with minimal supervision / direction in expediting completion of laboratory assignments.
  • Assists in investigation of out-of-specification (OOS) or out-of-trend (OOT) results.
  • Trains and / or mentors lower level chemists.
  • Abide by the Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan and other safety policies. Maintains a safe and clean work environment, notifying the supervisor of unsafe practices, conditions, or acts; L-II takes on increasing responsibility for surfacing and implementing improved safety practices.
  • Responsible for following all applicable waste handling procedures.

Additional Responsibilities :

  • Completes required paperwork / documentation accurately, neatly and in a timely manner.
  • Effectively communicates with other associates, supervisors and various co-workers; relays information to the next shift (as needed); voluntarily assists other associates; communicates effectively to prevent problems from occurring.
  • Interacts with and / or participates on cross-functional product development teams.
  • Responsible for the proper disposal of hazardous waste into the proper labeled containers and drums.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Make identifiable and substantial contributions to continuous improvement. Performs all duties consistent with established guidelines consistent with all regulatory requirements. Actively complies with and endorses Department and Company objectives.

    • Job Specifications :

  • BS (or higher) degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or closely related discipline and 0-2 years lab experience (preferably pharmaceutical GMP) or requires high school education and 5 years minimum lab experience (preferably pharmaceutical GMP).
  • Requires a Bachelors (or higher) degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or closely-related discipline (Analytical Chemistry preferred) plus a minimum of 3 years related experience.
  • Knowledgeable in the application of various analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy; thermal analysis and wet chemistry techniques desired.
  • Knowledgeable and proficient in application of gas chromatography (headspace, high-pressure liquid & gel permeation), UV-VIS-FTIR spectroscopy, TOC, thermal and mechanical analysis (e.g. DMA, DSC, etc); wet chemistry techniques desired.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of scientific principles involved in the performance of analytical test methods.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance to ensure optimum performance of instrumentation.
  • Evidence of continuing education such as professional certification (i.e., ASQC) or college level courses related to the position.
  • Ability to efficiently utilize time (coordinate several assignments concurrently).
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as test methods and procedure manuals.
  • Knowledge of requirements for maintaining proper laboratory otebook documentation
  • Must have above average computer skills and knowledge; specially in the operational use of analytical equipment have a computer interface.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and apply basic concepts such as mean and standard deviation.
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Requires common physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity; physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities should be expected.
  • Work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions, will be required to use personal protective equipment.
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