Quality Control Analyst performs various scientific analyses to evaluate the quality of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods and ensure compliance with established standards. Conducts and validates various biological and chemical quality control (QC) assays. Being a Quality Control Analyst compiles, interprets, and documents statistical data from testing processes to either confirm compliance with established quality standards or identify deviations. May be responsible for establishing specifications for conducting assays and writing standard operating procedures. Additionally, Quality Control Analyst typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Quality Control Analyst work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Quality Control Analyst typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary
Perform a wide variety of activities to support the Quality Management System.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct product testing, including testing to support complaint investigations and stability verification
Generate product testing results reports
Review production batch records (DHR's) for accuracy and completeness in order to approve intermediate products for use in production. Review finished goods batch records. Report all deviations in these records and assures these have been addressed and resolved prior to issuing approval.
Conduct spot-check inspections/audits of production operations
Participate in the internal audit program
Write, review and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as necessary
May assist in supporting the Document Control program, record retention areas, and sample retention areas
May support returned instrument processing
o Log returned instruments from the field.
o Decontaminate returned instruments in a Biohazard level II environment following standard operating procedure and documenting decontamination as required.
o Inspect returned instruments for damage, and performing basic investigation and documenting results prior to second level processing.
o As necessary, process instrument documentation for return to repair facility, and pack instruments as required.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to follow Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices (GMP and GLP)
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical area or equivalent combination of experience and education. At least one year in quality assurance role in medical device industry is preferred.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to follow procedures and accurately document results
Understanding the manufacturing processes of Company products and ability to recognize deviations from approved documented procedures
Attention to detail.
Ability to use bleach for cleaning purposes is required.
Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk.
Work Hours - 8am-4:30pm; Monday-Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $27.85 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
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