QC Lab Analyst II - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

LTS Lohmann Therapie-Systeme AG; West Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Impact on patient lives

Job summary

LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is seeking a Quality Control Lab Analyst in West St. Paul, MN.

The role focuses on routine QC testing of in-process and finished goods, using pH, water content, HPLC, and dissolution techniques in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will perform stability testing, environmental monitoring, data review, and documentation with strict adherence to cGMP, cGLP, and USP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• 2–4 years in a pharmaceutical manufacturing lab environment.
• Experience with analytical techniques (pH, water content, HPLC).
• Familiarity with chromatographic software (Empower 3 preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality control analysis of in-process and finished goods.
• Bench work including solution prep, pH, water content, HPLC, dissolution, and transdermal testing.
• Perform stability testing per established protocols.
• Environmental monitoring of production clean rooms.
• Equipment cleaning verification.
• QC data records review.
• Draft stability program protocols and reports.
• Maintain a clean and organized lab environment.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, cGLP, and USP.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation problems (HPLC).

Skills

Analytical techniques

HPLC

pH measurement

Water content analysis

Attention to detail

Independence

Teamwork

Documentation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology

Tools

Empower 3

Job description

About LTS

LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is a global leader in transdermal and oral thin-film drug delivery technologies. Our teams have pioneered breakthroughs such as the first contraceptive patch, nicotine patch, oral active ingredient film, and Parkinson's patch. When you join LTS, you become part of the team that continues to shape the future of patient care and bring life-changing therapies to market.

At LTS, our purpose drives everything we do: We CARE. We CREATE. We DELIVER. We're committed to fostering an employee experience that reflects our innovation - supportive, collaborative, and empowering. Across our New Jersey and Minnesota locations, you'll work alongside knowledgeable experts on diverse projects in an environment where every day is different and your contributions truly matter

Quality Control Lab Analyst- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Position Overview

Lohman Therapy Systems North America is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control Lab Analyst to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and safety of our pharmaceutical products by conducting routine analytical testing on in-process and finished goods. You will work independently and as part of a team to maintain high levels of accuracy and efficiency in the laboratory.

• This is a full-time, onsite role located in West St. Paul, MN.
• Working hours are 8:00a - 5:00pm

What You Will Do

• Conduct routine quality control analysis of in-process and finished goods, including:
• Bench work such as solution preparation, pH, water content, HPLC, dissolution, and transdermal physical testing.
• Stability testing according to established protocols.
• Environmental monitoring of production clean rooms.
• Equipment cleaning verification.
• Perform QC review of data records.
• Draft stability program protocols and reports.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations (cGMP, cGLP, USP).
• Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities within the laboratory.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation problems (HPLC).

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing laboratory environment.
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques, including pH, water content, and HPLC.
• Experience using chromatographic software (Empower 3 preferred).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aseptic technique and TOC.
• Experience with dissolution and GC.
• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot typical analytical (HPLC) instrumentation problems.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• The chance to contribute to improving patient lives

LTS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.