QC Associate

Bristol Myers Squibb; Shirley (MA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 43,353; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate responsible for executing routine testing for in-process, release, and stability. This includes supporting lab operations and maintenance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have strong attention to detail and communication skills. The role is 100% onsite, and the starting hourly compensation ranges from $28 to $31.47. Join a dynamic team where you can contribute to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with basic laboratory activities.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed procedures.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine testing, environmental monitoring, and utility testing.
• Perform release/stability testing for Compendia methods.
• Collaborate with the team to optimize workflow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LIMS

MS Office

Job description

The Associate role will be responsible for executing routine testing for in-process, release and stability, environmental monitoring, utility testing etc as appropriate for the individual role. They will also support general lab operations and maintenance activities, as required. The Specialist in this role will be responsible for executing routine testing, environmental monitoring, utility testing etc. as appropriate for the individual role. They will also support lab operations activities such as housekeeping, and act as delegate for lab management as required. The Senior Specialist role will be responsible for executing routine testing, environmental monitoring, utility testing, etc., as appropriate for the individual role/team. They will also support lab operations activities, such as housekeeping, trending, projects etc. as required. They will help mentor and train colleagues, input into scheduling and planning, and act as delegate for lab management as required. The Specialist and Senior Specialists may be considered team leads for their respective teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Executes routine testing, environmental monitoring, utility testing, etc., as appropriate for the individual role
• Perform release/stability testing for Compendia methods on intermediate or finished product
• Perform activities to support lab operations such as housekeeping, alarm acknowledgement, reagent preparation, inventory management, material and reagent ordering, sample pickup and discarding, and execution of work orders.
• Collaborates with the team lead/manager to coordinate and schedule assignments, offering valuable input to optimize the team's workflow.
• Perform data verification and review
• Analyze laboratory data to identify and react to emerging trends, ensuring that potential issues are addressed proactively and product quality remains within established acceptance criteria.
• Records performance metrics and analyzes trending data
• May update QC documents for managerial review and approval.
• Contributes to and leads simple projects within the team. Also contributes to complex projects.
• May train colleagues in the execution of tasks and testing.
• Contributes to change controls.
• Supports deviation investigations and laboratory investigations through data gathering or interview process. May lead no impact deviations and Lab Investigations.
• Identifies and escalates challenges & barriers to execution, suggests solutions, and participates in remediation.
• Identifies and escalates method and/or instrument issues. Also supports solutions.
• Actively and positively learns and participates in Operational Excellence (OpEx) and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives in the team
• Positive, supportive, and actively collaborates within the team.
• Complete all required tasks compliantly and safely while consistently and intentionally modeling BMS values (Integrity, Accountability, Passion, Urgency, Innovation, and Inclusion).
• Perform other tasks as assigned
• Ability to understand and follow procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management regarding task completion, roadblocks, and needs.
• Attention to detail and demonstrate organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting timelines
• Knowledge of basic electronic systems (email, MS Office, etc.) and lab data systems (e.g. LIMS) required
• Demonstrated experience with basic activities performed within the specific laboratory setting.
• Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a regulated environment will be considered.

Qualifications

• Will work in teams and have continual interaction with members of their team as well as other sub-teams within QC, or cross-functionally outside of QC, in order to exchange information regarding testing completed, in process and planned.
• Daily contact with their supervisory staff for work assignments. Routine contact with supervisor for coaching and general performance management discussions.
• Occasional contact with other line management staff relating to specific project responsibilities may be expected.
• May represent QC Sub-team or functional area in cross functional teams or projects.
• Primarily work in a cGMP laboratory and follow techniques which require one to be alert, giving a high attention to detail, to properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and to handle hazardous materials.
• Overtime work may be required on weekdays, weekends, holidays, and during adverse weather conditions in support of manufacturing facility.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and short notice overtime.
• Associates should be observant of their work area and related tools and identify and elevate any discrepancy from normal practice or procedure, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Is considered capable of executing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Associates normally receive little to no instructions on routine work and assist with the creation of detailed instructions on new assignments.
• No direct supervision, but the Associate will be expected to participate in the training of less experienced staff in normal operational tasks.

100% onsite position

100% onsite position

Work schedule

Normal business hours

This posting is for a contract assignment with ASK Staffing DBA ASK Consulting to provide services to Bristol Myer-Squibb. The starting hourly compensation for this assignment is the following range ($28- $31.47/hr). While the final, individual compensation and any available benefits will be determined by your employer of record ASK Staffing, Inc (and not BMS), factors that will be included in making the final determination may include the characteristics of the assignment, such as demonstrated experience, required skill, and the geographic location where the job is performed. The starting hourly compensation may be subject to change.

About ASK Consulting

ASK Consulting is an award‑winning, woman‑owned staffing and recruitment solutions provider with over three decades of industry experience. We specialize in connecting businesses of all sizes?across IT, healthcare, engineering, finance, and more?with top‑tier professionals. Backed by a global network and personalized service approach, our team is dedicated to building meaningful partnerships that drive organizational success and empower job seekers to excel in their careers.

Benefits

ASK Consulting provides comprehensive, ACA‑compliant health coverage, along with dental, vision, Short‑ and Long‑Term disability for eligible employees. We also offer commuter benefits, a 401(k) plan with no matching, and a referral bonus program. In addition, ASK Consulting offers unpaid leave and paid sick leave as required by law.

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