Quality Control Chemistry Analyst

Pride Global; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pride Global is seeking a QC Analyst I to perform routine laboratory testing of finished products, intermediates, in-process samples, raw materials, water, and environmental samples. You will document results, maintain records, and enter data into the LIMS system while ensuring cGMP compliance.

The role starts with a 6-month contract, with an hourly pay range of $18 to $21 and a training period on the first shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in laboratory environments and adherence to safety procedures.
• Ability to document laboratory activities accurately and timely.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine testing of finished products, in-process materials, and samples per methods.
• Maintain accurate lab records and enter data into LIMS.
• Review data for accuracy before reporting.
• Communicate abnormal results to supervision promptly.
• Follow cGMP requirements and safety policies.
• Maintain a clean and safe lab environment.

Skills

Laboratory testing

LIMS data entry

Documentation

cGMP compliance

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology or Microbiology

Associate degree in related science + 2 years experience (in lieu of Bachelor's)

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Position Summary

The QC Analyst I will perform routine laboratory testing of finished products, intermediates, in-process samples, raw materials, water, and environmental samples in accordance with established compendial and laboratory methods. The analyst will accurately document test results, maintain laboratory records, enter data into the LIMS system, and ensure compliance with applicable cGMP requirements and laboratory procedures.

Additional Details

Contract Length: 6 Months with the possibility of extensions

Pay range: $18to $21 per hour

Training: First shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM for approximately 2–3 months.

After Training: Third shift, 3 days on / 2 days off, working 10:00 PM–8:00 AM, plus every other weekend.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform required testing of finished products, raw materials, water, environmental, and in-process samples using established laboratory and compendial methods.
• Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and timely records of all laboratory work performed.
• Document test results in laboratory notebooks and the appropriate electronic systems.
• Enter analytical data and test results accurately into the LIMS system.
• Review test data and results for accuracy and completeness before reporting.
• Immediately communicate abnormal or unexpected results to laboratory supervision.
• Follow established testing schedules and meet required deadlines.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the LIMS computer system.
• Follow applicable cGMP requirements, laboratory procedures, safety policies, and departmental guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory work environment.
• Complete other laboratory duties as assigned by Laboratory Management or the Group Lead.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline.
• An associate’s degree in a related science plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Entry-level candidates are welcome; prior laboratory experience is a plus.
• Good practical understanding of laboratory environments and procedures.
• Understanding of laboratory safety procedures and policies.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with laboratory team members.
• Ability to follow established procedures and accurately document laboratory activities.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride Global and its affiliates, including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, Pride Now, and Pride One, offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Fair Chance Employment

Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

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