QC Scientist I - 12 Hr Nights

Job Description

A successful person will perform Environmental Monitoring tasks in support of Steriles production within classified areas. The individual is encouraged to follow the 4i Values that are held in high regards by the company when completing their work. The four values are integrity, innovation, intensity, and involvement. The job function includes aseptic technique which requires the individual to gain knowledge of aseptic gowning as well as working in cleanrooms in order to monitor the area while sterile products are filled and manufactured. Typical shift hours are 6p-6a on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule.

What you will do to make an impact?

• Perform analyses including instrumental and automated methods using prescribed procedures and techniques.

• Generate valid data, report results on appropriate database compared to established specifications while adhering to GMPs.

• Compare laboratory results with specifications for acceptability and determine if repetition or OOS is required.

• Maintain equipment and troubleshoot instrumentation problems, procedural problems or production problems.

• Review and understand SOPs and analytical procedures as needed.

• Schedule activities to meet target dates for customer needs.

• Follow all job-related safety and other training requirements.

• Performs tasks as assigned by area supervision or designee.

• Able to withstand extended periods of standing and/or walking and bending

Education:

• An associate's degree in a science related field, preferably Biology, is minimally required. Bachelor’s degree in a biology related field is preferred.

Experience:

• Up to 2 years of regulated laboratory environment experience preferred, preferably within a pharmaceutical or cGMP environment

• Experience with aseptic technique preferred, as this drives many of our day to day activities. 

• Knowledge of Environmental monitoring practices is always a plus for this position.

• Background in microbiology and/or biotechnology is also a plus.​

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and Access and familiar using each program.

• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Organization and detailed planning skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures are also favorable attributes in a candidates' ability to perform this function optimally.

• As our supported area of the company is a fast paced environment a person who enjoys a constantly evolving environment will do well.​

• Must be able to communicate in English.

• Ability to work well within a team environment.

• Ability to self-manage time to meet targets given by management and the business.

Physical Requirements:

This position does have a few physical requirements:

• Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about office locations.

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time.

• Ability to lift, carry, and/or move light to medium weights of 25-50 pounds, occasionally pushing or pulling 50-100 pounds.

• Arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time.

• Visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time.

• Ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time.

Salary : $40 - $0