Lead QC Technician

Location:USA : West Allis
State:Wisconsin
Country:USA

Our purpose points the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Lead QC Technician

This position works under general supervision and is a conduit between the laboratory and management while maintaining a pulse on the lab functions & personnel. It aspires to the ideals originating from the department strategy while guiding teammates towards that vision. General responsibilities, in addition to the QC Lab Technician role, consist of system knowledge & management, supporting departmental metrics & goals, generating and maintaining team schedule, acting as department ambassadors to stakeholder groups, training & onboarding, and other duties assigned by management.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Knowing, adheringto, and enforcingall relevant safety, GLP, and GMP protocols.
• Conducting all required tests on in-process and finished product for quality control approval in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Utilizingaseptic techniques to ensure sterility of all media, equipment and work areas.
• Keepingdetailed and accurate records in appropriate company database (SAP, CHEOPS, LIMS) of all tests performed or evaluations/analyses conducted.
• Keepingdetailed and accurate records of training received.
• Communicating any testing nonconformance to management or process management group (PMG) as necessary.
• Keepinglab and work area clean and orderly.
• Workingwith vendors on equipment preventative maintenance, calibrations, service, and repairs.
• Managingdepartment purchasing for supplies and small equipment.
• Managingservice-level agreements.
• Coordinatinglab schedule and task rotation, including proficiency testing, lab requisitions, and other incoming requests.
• Serving as back-up to critical functions, included but not limited to media preparation & release responsibilities.
• Performinginspection of inbound raw materials.
• Performingauxiliary support tasks for laboratory functions, e.g., sample shipments.
• Responsibilityfor onboarding new employees & training of all laboratory staff, in conjunction with management.
• Supportingthe collection & evaluation of data for departmental metrics.
• Assistingin maintenance of lab documents and SOPs.
• Workingwith Supervisor to assess employee performance.
• Writing work orders and works with maintenance to schedule preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Managing, scheduling, and performingprocess confirmations and other continuous improvement initiatives.
  

To succeed you must hold:

• Ability to read and comprehend documents such as standard operating procedures and equipment manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from colleagues, other departments and occasionally auditors.
• Proficient in all major assays performed in laboratory.
• Ability to interpret testing results and follow SOP document for appropriate action.
• Ability to operate a variety of lab equipment and instruments and a variety of office equipment.
• Possesses a working knowledge of information databases, including but not limited to DocBox, C-SHOP, SAP, LIMS, Tabware, and CHEOPS.
• Possesses a working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices & Good Manufacturing Practices and compliance requirements.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel as well as database programs.
• Uses metric measurements (i.e., mL) and temperatures measurements in Centrigrade (C).
• Performs basic dilution series on product in accordance with specifications or recipes.
• CPR & first aid certified preferred.
• These characteristics are normally acquired through a Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or three years experience in a laboratory environment.

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

Application deadline: April 29, 2024

At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.

Novonesis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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