QC Analyst

Zoetis Spain SL; Rathdrum; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

25.5 days holiday

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Flexible working

Job summary

Zoetis Spain SL is seeking a Site Quality Control Analyst to lead analytical testing across incoming materials, in-process materials, and stability samples at the Rathdrum site, Ireland. The role ensures cGMP compliance and maintains the QC quality system.

You will validate and transfer analytical methods, review data, and support technology transfers while collaborating with the QC team and cross-functional partners. English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a minimum of 2–3 years of quality control and analytical laboratory experience.
• HPLC experience essential and GC proficiency desirable.
• Recognised Lean Six Sigma qualification (yellow belt, Green Belt, Black Belt) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Development, Validation and Transfer of Analytical Methods, including cleaning method validation and troubleshooting.
• Analytical support during technology transfer and process validation phases.
• Preparation and review of laboratory documentation (protocols, reports, SOPs, calibration procedures).
• Testing of Raw Material, Intermediates, APIs and materials with stability testing program.
• Sampling and testing of support utilities and environmental monitoring.
• Performing own training activities and participation in labs meetings.
• Involvement in problem solving, investigations, audits and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration with cross-functional

Problem solving

Lean Six Sigma/Operational Excellence

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

Empower 3

TrackWise

SAP

Document Management

Job description

Role Description

POSITION TITLE: Site Quality Control Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY The QC Analytical Chemist reports to the QC Manager and will be responsible for all QC test activities including but not limited to testing of Incoming materials, In Process Materials, Intermediate, API and Stability Samples, Method Transfer and Validation and Data Review. The role will maintain the Quality System for QC; ensuring that Standard Operating Procedures are in place and that compliance with cGMP is maintained through ongoing training and process review.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Development, Validation and Transfer of Analytical Methods, including cleaning method validation and associated troubleshooting as required
2. Analytical support to include monitoring of production and analytical results throughout the technology transfer and process validation phases.
3. Preparation & review of laboratory documentation (e.g. Method Transfer and Validation protocols and reports, SOP’s, calibration procedures, Analytical Test Records and miscellaneous protocols).
4. Testing of Raw Material, Intermediates, API’s and materials associated with the reaction process and cleaning process in accordance with approved procedures including the stability testing program.
5. Testing of Swab and Rinse samples and visual inspection of equipment after cleaning
6. Sampling and Testing of support utilities (Water, Nitrogen, Steam, Environmental Monitoring).
7. Review and accuracy check of Analytical Data
8. Performing Own Training activities (reading acknowledgments, attendance at training events, on line training completion).
9. Active participation in laboratory Tier meetings.
10. Active participation in problem solving, troubleshooting, laboratory investigations, compliance related activities, audit observations, continuous improvement activities and Lean Six Sigma/Operational Excellence activities.
11. Participation in Instrumentation calibration & maintenance. Responsible to assure that laboratory equipment is maintained and functioning properly according to specifications
12. Laboratory system support (e.g. Maintain reference standards, retention samples, vendor certification, Training system, HPLC & GC columns, Co-ordinate evacuations, shower checks, self-inspections, Quality and Safety inspections).
13. Ensuring that they perform their role to a high standard and deliver on objectives/duties assigned to them.

ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

This position will need to achieve results through collaborating with colleagues (Site QC team) as well as cross functionally to assure quality goals and objectives are met. All employees must adhere and comply with cGMP requirements, including Quality Manuals, Policies and Procedures. All employees are expected to model inclusion behaviours. Each team member can influence and bring knowledge to their work teams during their day-to-day interactions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a minimum of 2-3 years of quality control and analytical laboratory experience and proven experience in an analytical laboratory.
• HPLC experience essential and GC proficiency desirable
• Recognised LSS Qualification (yellow belt, Green Belt, Black Belt) desirable

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Ability to develop and adhere to self-directed standard work.
• Demonstrated skills organizing and tracking data and documents.
• Demonstrated capability to effectively apply knowledge, manage multiple activities simultaneously and balance priorities to deliver objectives
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, as well as experience with presenting to leadership teams.
• Must have strong technical/analytical skills and demonstrated commitment to delivering results
• Drives for Superior Results and Passion to Win with demonstrated record in getting things done
• Demonstrated ability to work with internal and external colleagues and ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Flexible and adaptable to new and innovative ideas
• Proficient in English

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• This is Rathdrum, Ireland Site based position
• This position is primarily an analytical laboratory function so will involve majority of the time spent working on site in a laboratory
• This position will require fluent use of Laboratory Software tools e.g. Empower 3, Trackwise, SAP, Document Management, Learning
• This position will require fluent use of teleconferencing and Webex tools, as well as Sharepoint technologies, to share and manage information with Global QC Network and Quality Organization
• The QC Analyst role must demonstrate flexibility in relation to types of work, shift patterns and locations of work at the Rathdrum site.

Full time

Legal statement as below This job advert indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula.

Visa status re must be eligible to work and live in Ireland as below Colleague must be legally eligible to live and work in Ireland.

SUMMARY OF OUR BENEFITS

• competitive salary, bonus
• 25.5 days holiday per annum plus public holidays
• a defined contributory pension plan
• private medical insurance for you and your family
• empowered flexible working
• to name a few

Note that the benefits outlined are subject to change based on organization decision.

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.