QC Laboratory Analyst II

Threshold-Enterprise; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Threshold-Enterprise in Scotts Valley, CA seeks a Laboratory Analyst II to perform skilled analytical testing, supervise Laboratory Analyst I staff, and coordinate sample flow across production and development teams.

Role includes training, data review, and support for method development with emphasis on instrument-based analyses (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, and related techniques) in a dynamic QA/QC environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year post-graduation experience in three of: HPLC, TLC, FTIR, UV-VIS, GC, GC-MS, ICP/ICP MS or LC-MS.
• Strong project coordination, leadership and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to train and mentor Laboratory Analyst I staff and collaborate with management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, inspect and test raw materials and finished goods using lab equipment and procedures.
• Coordinate projects, daily sample flow and assignments; troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Assist with method development and advanced analytical testing as needed.
• Review analytical results and data; contribute to dispositions for materials.
• Support cGMP compliance, training, scheduling and supervision of staff.

Job description

Summary of Job Duties: Laboratory Analysts are required to evaluate, inspect and test raw materials, finished goods and other materials utilizing the laboratory analysis equipment and procedures. Implement new lab methods. Perform and assist laboratory testing and interdepartmental Quality functions when necessary.Specific Job Duties Laboratory Analyst II:Laboratory Analyst II is the journey level class. The Laboratory Analyst II is able to perform all or nearly all duties of Laboratory Analyst I, however, is differentiated by a demonstrated higher level of experience and skill, and ability to work with less supervision. Laboratory Analysts II perform the skilled analysis work for more complex analyses and provide training and guidance to Laboratory Analyst Is. Coordinate projects, daily sample flow and assignments, troubleshoot / maintain lab equipment and complete leadership tasks.Assist QC Management with coordination, scheduling and training of laboratory staff on analytical procedures and processes, including documenting and reporting processes. Ensure that training metric collection is on track.Utilize training and experience to perform advanced analytical testing and assist with method development as needed.Review analytical test results and data (both in and out of house data) and become in-house certified to recommend dispositions for materials. Review OSI data, troubleshoot, recommend and/or execute improvements.Assist lab management with coordination and execution of special tasks, investigations and projects (inter- and intradepartmental), including cGMP compliance and instrumentation selections and purchases.Assist with sample flow supervision, monitoring throughput metrics, coordinating and communicating with QC and other departmental teams to maintain lab turnaround times and goals. Equipment utilization between Production and Methods Development teams.Advance department and company goals, including participation in team motivation, morale maintenance, communication of job expectations, promoting achievement of team goals (metrics), and relationship building with all Threshold team members.Work with QC Management to evaluate and plan interim use of resources during unplanned staff outages, coordinate coverage plan and communicate to management and staff. Help lead lab teams.Guide Lab Analyst I’s on work expectations, tasks, policies, goals and reporting requirements.Be knowledgeable and informed about company / departmental policies, requirements and regulatory safety requirement in order to train, monitor and enforce staff compliance.Attend Production meetings as neededPerform all other duties as assigned by Threshold management.Minimum Qualifications Required: Laboratory Analyst II:At least 1 year (post-graduation) of applied experience in three of the following: HPLC, TLC, FTIR, UV-VIS, or GC, GC-MS, ICP / ICP MS or LC-MS instrumental analysesDemonstrated project coordination / project management experience, with confident and resourceful leadership skillsDemonstrated experience with process improvement and troubleshooting instrumentationDemonstrated ability to train and mentor othersDemonstrated understanding of basic business perspective as it applies to lab operations roleDemonstrated ability to be constructive and collaborate with management and coworkers with a can-do attitude.Skills and/or Training Desired Laboratory Analyst II:2-5 years’ experience in analytical laboratory in at least three of the following: HPLC, FTIR, UV-Vis spectrophotometric, microbiological, and general analytical laboratory techniques.Experience using advanced Excel, reviewing and creating relevant metrics, graphs and reports.