QC Lab Analyst

Avantor; Paris (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a QC Lab Analyst for our Paris, KY facility. The role involves testing raw materials and finished products in a focused QC lab environment, following established methods and regulatory guidelines.

The position is onsite, with a 3pm–11:30pm shift, requiring at least a Bachelor’s in a science field and 1–3 years of lab experience. Proficiency with LIMS and common lab instruments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline with knowledge in biology, chemistry, or microbiology.
• 1–3 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with LIMS and basic lab instrumentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine chemistry and microbiology analyses to specifications.
• Operate and calibrate lab instruments (pH, conductivity, UV, KF, FTIR, titrations).
• Enter data in LIMS and review for accuracy.
• Support investigations and instrument troubleshooting as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and handle hazardous materials.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Microsoft Office

Independent worker

Strong organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science

Tools

LIMS

pH/Conductivity/UV/KF/FTIR

Job description

The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a Quality Control (QC) Lab Analyst to join our Quality Control Laboratory team. The Analyst will be responsible for testing of raw materials and finished products in our Quality Control laboratory.

This will be an onsite, Monday - Friday 3pm - 11:30pm shift, position at our Paris, KY chemical manufacturing facility.

What we’re looking for

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline with knowledge and experience in one of the following areas preferred: Biology, Chemistry, or Microbiology


• Experience: 1-3 years of laboratory experience in a related field preferred


• Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) experience preferred


• Preferred Qualifications: Wet chemistry experience preferred (ex. Acid/Base Titrations, water content)


• Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) experience

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Conducts routine and non-routine chemistry and microbiological analysis of raw materials, in-process formulations and final products to established specifications.


• Utilized and operates laboratory equipment and instruments according to laboratory work instruction or laboratory procedures such as pH, conductivity, UV, KF, FTIR and titrations.


• Ability to understand and follow Quality Control test methods or compendia methods (USP, EP, BP, JP or ACS) and EXCIPACT standard.


• Calculates and generates data for compliance to specifications and reports results.


• Performs technical review of lab data forms such as water, environmental monitoring and direct measure analysis.


• Calibrates and maintains lab equipment.


• Enters final results and raw data for tested materials or products in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) as needed.


• May perform investigative analysis to support investigations, complaints or instrument troubleshooting.


• Performs Environmental Monitoring duties, which requires gowning into cleanroom and collection of air and surface samples while in the cleanrooms.


• Reviews for discrepancies in data, manufacture COA, COC, and performs data verification in accordance with company procedures.


• Applies appropriate disposition labels to materials (accepted, rejected, etc).


• Handles hazardous materials using all appropriate or mandatory safety PPE and safety equipment.


• Completes documentation in a legible manner and reviews for accuracy.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Must have applied working knowledge of various laboratory instrumentation


• Must be able to work independently with limited direct supervision, have demonstrated ability to follow through on multiple projects, and be goal oriented with a strong desire for achievement


• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Effort (Under Typical Positions)

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level. At times, may be exposed to a variety of different chemicals including flammables, corrosives, oxidizers and others. Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems. A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis. Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.

Other Statements

#LI-Onsite 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.

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