QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST

Grain Processing Corporation; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation, a US Best Managed Company, is seeking a Quality Control Analyst in Washington, IN. The role involves testing defined routine samples, performing special assays, and conducting equipment calibrations and maintenance.

The candidate will prepare standards, ensure good lab practices, use LIMS, and participate in project work as directed by the Analytical Services Manager and chemists. Opportunities for training and growth are available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in science (Chemistry/ Biology) is required.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to make decisions independently with little supervision.
• Proven communication, organizational, math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing for lab results and take action accordingly.
• Conduct special assays and related tasks as required by supervisor or chemists.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; troubleshoot when needed.
• Prepare and standardize chemical solutions and media for the lab.
• Use LIMS to store and retrieve all lab data; ensure data integrity.

Skills

Lab experience

Independent decisions

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in science (Chemistry/ Biology)

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Ready to join a US Best Managed Company?! Grain Processing Corporation, a member of the KENT® Corporation family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Quality Control Analyst! The Quality Control Analyst will perform testing on defined routine samples of products produced by Grain Processing Corporation, as well as additional special testing or projects as directed by the Analytical Services Manager or Department Chemists. Analysts will also do routine instrument calibrations and maintenance.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Washington, IN.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform the required analytical testing for each lab and take action regarding the results.
• Perform special assays as required in each lab and take action as needed.
• Perform maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment when needed.
• Work on special projects related to method/instrument development and validation as directed by the manager or chemist.
• Prepare and standardize chemical solutions and media necessary for the lab.
• Know and use good lab practices. This involves proper cleanup of the lab areas and good safety habits.
• Properly use Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), the system used to store all lab data.
• Provide training and instruction to new and existing employees as directed by the Analytical Services Manager.
• Communicate with customers and production management to resolve issues and take appropriate action when problems arise.
• Maintain good communication with all Analytical Services co-workers, Analytical Services Management and Chemists, and Production personnel.
• Issue and validate certificates of analysis for customer shipments and approve product shipments for release.
• Initiate and maintain a meaningful log for communication.
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Minimum of an associate's degree in a Science related discipline, preferably Chemistry or Biology.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous Laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to make decisions independently with little or no supervision.
• Proven communication (oral and written), organizational, math, and computer skills.
• Ability to pay attention to details.

OTHER

• This position works a 12-hour rotating shift which includes working days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Overtime is required to cover vacancies, vacation, and training.

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