Associate Analyst, Chemical Lab YBB

West Pharmaceutical Services; Waterford; On-site; EUR 37,488 - 47,712; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services in Ireland is seeking a chemistry QC testing professional for an onsite role. The position involves performing physical, chemical and particulate testing, maintaining lab documentation, and supporting method transfers and validations to ensure cGMP ISO compliance.

Ideal candidates have a chemistry degree and 1–3 years in a similar role, with strong IT skills and proficiency in analytical instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or science related discipline.
• 1–3 years’ experience in chemistry/QC testing.
• Experience in a cGMP environment.
• Strong understanding of analytical instrumentation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• SOPs awareness and compliance.
• Support lean sigma programs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical, chemical and particulate testing to support plant functions including product release and compendia testing.
• Prepare and update control forms, SOIs, and general lab documentation.
• Prepare trends and technical reports based on data with guidance from lab management.
• Maintain cGMP and ISO compliance.
• Support audit preparations and maintain an audit ready lab environment.
• Participate in lab projects such as method transfers, verifications, validations and equipment qualifications.
• Be willing and able to work as a team member to ensure continuous improvement relative to laboratory functions.
• Participate (or assist) in identification, investigation (OOS’s) and resolution of problems in the chemistry lab.
• Develop ability and competence with analytical techniques.
• Act in accordance with the company’s guiding principles and code of conduct.
• Compliance to all local site EH&S regulations and safety improvements in the lab.
• Compliance to all local site company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab testing

cGMP knowledge

Analytical instrumentation

IT proficiency

Verbal & written communication

SOP awareness

Lean Sigma support

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

Description

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week

No relocation is provided for this opportunity

Who We Are

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World war 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life‑saving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

Job Summary

In this role, you will perform all required testing in the chemistry lab for the YBB team. This includes finished goods, maintenance of lab equipment, participate in lab projects. Support other laboratory functions as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform physical, chemical and particulate testing to support the plant functions including but not limited to product release and compendia testing.
• Prepare and update control forms, SOIs, and general lab documentation.
• Prepare trends and technical reports based on data with guidance from lab management.
• Maintain cGMP and ISO compliance.
• Support audit preparations and maintain an audit ready lab environment.
• Participate in lab projects such as method transfers, verifications, validations and equipment qualifications.
• Be willing and able to work as a team member to ensure continuous improvement relative to laboratory functions.
• Participate (or assist) in identification, investigation (OOS’s) and resolution of problems in the chemistry lab.
• Develop ability and competence with analytical techniques.
• Act in accordance with the company’s guiding principles and adherence to the corporate code of conduct.
• Compliance to all local site environmental, health and safety regulations and contribution to improvement of safety in the laboratory.
• Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Degree in Chemistry or science related discipline.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Graduate or individual with 1 - 3 years’ experience in a similar role (chemistry / QC testing) within the pharmaceutical / medical devices / manufacturing industry.
• Good knowledge and understanding of principles of analytical instrumentation and techniques and compendia testing an advantage.
• Experience in a cGMP environment.
• Strong competence in IT.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to be aware of all relevant standard operating procedures as per company policy as they are related to the position covered by this job description
• Support and contribute to lean sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

What We Offer

Pay Transparency

The annual base salary range for this position is €37,488.00 - €47,712.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender‑neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail] . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.