USA - Quality Lab Associate I

Mindlance; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Cleveland, Mississippi is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to perform chemical analysis and ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate should hold a B.S. in Science and have 2-4 years of lab experience. Responsibilities include conducting quantitative analysis and using laboratory instrumentation to maintain regulatory standards. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of quantitative analysis or equivalent lab experience.
• Experience with instrumental analysis is required.
• Candidate must meet near vision visual acuity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical quantitative and qualitative analysis on intravenous solutions.
• Use instrumentation and software to collect and record data.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and perform necessary investigations.

Skills

Computer competency

Ability to work independently

Good oral and written communication skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Education

B.S. Degree in Science (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Biology with Chemistry preferred)

Job description

Overview

Shift 1 (8am-5pm) and 3rd shift (11pm-7am) — only when certain products are produced.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical quantitative and qualitative analysis on intravenous solutions, sets, devices, raw materials, and plant water (distilled, non-distilled water) utilizing wet chemistry techniques and instrument analysis.
• Use laboratory instrumentation, computer systems and software to collect and record data.
• Must be able to use standard software applications such as MS Office Suite.
• Perform analysis requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles.
• Perform investigations utilizing problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and perform protocols.
• Investigate deviations and ability to write exception documents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Complete and peer-review documentation.
• Complete all testing, including special projects / protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Must perform all other duties and responsibilities as determined by supervision/management.
• Must have knowledge of both plant and department environmental health and safety regulations and comply with said regulations accordingly.
• Must be able to work off shift hours and some weekends.
• Must notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality, mechanical or discrepancy issues occur.
• Must sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer competency, required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

Candidate must not be color blind as determined by the Ishihara Test for Color Deficiency. Candidates must meet near vision visual acuity requirements annually as documented.

Required Education and Experience

• B.S. Degree in Science (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Biology with Chemistry preferred).
• Quantitative analysis or equivalent lab experience.
• Experience with instrumental analysis, required.
• 2-4 years experience.

Other Duties as Assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime is worked as required.

EEO

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.