Quality Control Technician

Ceva Santé Animale; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in animal health is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Cambridge, Canada. You will execute quality control tests on products, prepare workstations, and maintain laboratory conditions. Ideal candidates have a Laboratory Technician Diploma and experience in laboratory testing. Join a team committed to animal health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience including testing for bacteria, yeast, mould & viruses preferred.
• Pharmaceutical or biologics experience preferred.
• Exceptional English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute tests according to procedures and investigate testing.
• Prepare workstations and equipment for testing.
• Perform quality control activities and maintain inventory.

Skills

Testing for bacteria, yeast, mould & viruses

Knowledge of cell culture

Communication skills

Education

Laboratory Technician Diploma or equivalent experience

Tools

PCR or similar techniques

Job description

Overview

Quality Control Technician

The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with.

Together, let's share our talents.

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Your missions

Quality Control Technician

At campus level, execute tests in order to control the quality of Ceva products according to the procedures.

Responsibilities

• Execute the tests according to the procedures and the daily timeline and investigate testing when necessary to ensure maximum results.
• Complete the assigned CAPA, change control or any other assigned action in due time.
• Alert management in case of emerging trend in terms of product quality, unusual events, etc.
• At operator level, prepare the workstations, labware, rooms (equipment, consumable items) to allow higher level technicians to perform tests in adequate conditions.
• Perform the sampling routine based on ad hoc documents.
• Write sampling instructions and test methods.
• Ensure up-to-date documents are available at the workstation.
• Check and fill relevant documents related to laboratory working conditions.
• Sr. Technicians: Train technicians on their knowledge.
• May perform self-inspections.
• Quality control sterility and potency testing.
• Raw ingredient, in process and final vaccine sampling and testing.
• Quality control activities by microscopic inspection.
• Quality testing support for final product testing activities.
• Quality testing support for validation activities.
• Maintaining inventory of QC supplies and ordering of media, and other materials.
• Laboratory, test room, and equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Equipment calibration verification.
• Environmental sampling and testing.
• Auditing of production activities.
• Participation in inspections and audits as required.
• Other QA / QC related duties as required.

Competencies

• Drive Ambition & Accountabilities
• Influence Others
• Collaborate with Empathy
• Engage & Develop
• Shape Solutions out of Complexity
• Client Focus

Qualifications

• Laboratory Technician Diploma or equivalent experience
• Laboratory experience including testing for bacteria, yeast, mould & viruses preferred
• Knowledge of cell culture an asset
• Pharmaceutical or biologics experience preferred
• Experience with PCR or similar techniques would be an asset
• Has exceptional English communication skills and will communicate well with the team and Manager