Quality Tech III

Job Title

Quality Tech III

Requisition

JR000014684 Quality Tech III (Open)

Location

Fenton, MO

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Provides technical support at an elevated level by developing solutions to routine problems of limited scope and complexity. Depending on the laboratory area, will perform analysis on Raw Materials, Intermediates, In-Process, Finished Product, or Stability samples using established analytical methods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow good documentation practices for the accurate and timely documentation of all activities
• Perform wet chemistry and instrumentation testing
• Follow site HSE Policies
• Peer review all levels of work
• Ability to conduct OOS Investigations providing root cause analysis and corrective action for Out of Specification Results
• Generate and review proposed changes to specifications (SMMs) through the change control system
• Ability to perform instrument maintenance and troubleshoot chromatography issues
• Assist with establishing & maintaining safe work standards in Lab, and identifying & executing safety improvements and waste minimization opportunities
• Perform data release of all products
• Regularly uses communication skills to exchange information, especially technical information within the lab

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• LIMS entry, approval, and data release of products
• Use of analytical balances, HPLC, GC, ICP, KF Titrator, IR, UV, pH Meter, volumetric glassware
• Wet testing like assay titrations, colorimetric tests, TLC, heavy metals, and sieves
• Maintain instrument readiness 
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and methods in areas of proficiency
• Trainer for all areas of proficiency
• Provides guidance and support to team members
• Design Gage R&R experiments
• Identify method improvements and perform change controls
• Ordering of lab supplies
• Identification of cost savings opportunities
• Actively sustains laboratory housekeeping and identifies improvement opportunities
• Completion of hands-on and electronic training
• Participates and leads area huddles or shift meetings
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors Degree in science related field (Chemistry, Biology) is preferred or Associates Degree with equivalent combination of education, experience, and competencies accepted.

Experience: Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a cGMP facility

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Adept at wet chemistry testing
• Working knowledge of analytical instrumentation and troubleshooting (GC/LC especially)
• Good technical writing and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Substantial acquaintance with and understanding of application of basic lab/analytical principles, theories and concept
• Use and/or Basic knowledge of industry practices and standards
• Use of Chromeleon or other chromatography software
• Previous Pharmaceutical experience is a plus

COMPETENCIES:

Informing, Customer Focus, Listening, Perseverance, Organizing, function/technical skills, Peer Relationships, Comfort around Higher Management, Multi-tasking

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/SCOPE:

Reports to the Supervisor Quality Testing. Contacts involve matters of moderate importance to the organization and include R&D, Marketing, Production employees including Engineers, Supervisors, and Operators, Logistics, EHS, and DEA. Infrequent customer contacts on routine matters.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• 80% Laboratory exposure to plant products, solvents and reagents, some of which are hazardous or potent compounds
  • Requires use of PPE for lab environment and potential handling of controlled substances
  • Primarily standing and walking within the building, but also requires some walking between buildings, stairs, and lifting.
• 20% Office environment
• Required to work 8-12 hour shifts, the potential for night, weekend, and holiday work depending on the business needs

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.