QC Laboratory Analyst

Ti tle: QC Analyst

Location: Winchester, KY 40391

Duration: 06 Months

Description:

• A QC Analyst is an entry level position for individuals who use their understanding of science to perform the basic and critical experimental work of day-to-day analysis, including generation and analysis of data.
• Their work is “hands on” in an analytical lab and requires analytical testing, computer operating, record keeping, and report writing abilities.
• This position performs the quality te sting needed for raw material, in-process, finished goods, stability, and cleaning validation analysis, while following all regulations and SOP’s.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Perform efficient/reliable/high quality analytical testing in accordance with USP/NF/EP/JP/FCC/etc. or customer supplied guidelines.
• Typical testing may include Dissolution, Titration, Polarimetry, Loss on Drying, Viscosity, Residue on Ignition, Heavy Metal Content, FTIR, HPLC, and GC, etc.
• Maintain accurate written records of all analysis performed.
• Accurately interpret and effectively communicate analytical results and issues.
• Schedule daily tasks in an organized and efficient manner.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment and instrumentation.
• Responsible for operating in a safe manner using laboratory and chemical hygiene practices
• Become proficient in standard operating procedures and test methods.
• Ability to work in a “flow to the work” team environment.
• In collaboration with other lab personnel, be responsible for a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform peer review of analytical testing and write up.
• Write SOPs on an as needed basis.
• Adapt to changing tasks and priorities within a dynamic team environment, taking on various roles and responsibilities as needed to meet organizational goals.

Education or Equivalent Requirements:

Minimum education and experience required to perform the job:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences with no work experience OR any other Bachelor’s degree with years of experience in a QC laboratory.

• Minimum skills/knowledge required to perform job:

  • Ability to multi-task with high efficiency.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and maintain efficiency.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • General knowledge of the use and operation of basic laboratory equipment.
  • Basic knowledge of lab safety and the ability to work safely with chemicals of varying potency.
  • General computer literacy including use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to perform analytical testing while standing for long periods of time
  • Accurate testing on the first attempt under pressure of production details.
  • Proficient in English verbal and written communication skills to convey and receive ideas and instructions to/from others
  • General computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines