LAB ANALYST

Overview

Position: LAB ANALYST Type:
Full‑time, rotating 12‑hour shift Category: QA – Quality Control Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree (Chemistry or Biology preferred) Travel:
None

Responsible for the proper testing and disposition of raw material, in‑process and finished product according to all applicable procedures and guidelines. Performs all aspects of test procedures used, including preparation of solutions and samples, maintenance and calibration of analytical instruments, and interpretation of statistical analyses/results. Prepares and revises test procedures for the laboratory as required. Coordinates laboratory activities and workflow as deemed necessary with other QC laboratory personnel.

• Performs analysis on bulk and packaged final products utilizing methods that comply with regulatory, compendial and organizational requirements.
• Performs analysis on in‑process samples to monitor and confirm that manufacturing specifications are being met.
• Participates in statistical quality control charting of control samples; analyzes variations and troubleshoots when necessary.
• Assures proper quality control of finished product for shipment; releases material in LIMS and SAP as authorized.
• Performs calibration, maintenance, basic diagnostics and troubleshooting procedures for laboratory instruments as needed.
• Assists in managing the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Generates Certificates of Analysis using the lab computer systems that comply with customer specifications.
• In the absence of the QC laboratory supervisor, coordinates laboratory activities and workflow as directed.
• Assesses out‑of‑specifications results, determines the impact on product, and ensures timely resolution or corrective action as needed.
• Establishes and maintains laboratory supply inventory.
• Prepares samples along with necessary paperwork for shipment to potential customers.
• Maintains historical records by implementing record‑keeping systems and filing documents.
• Maintains general housekeeping tasks to assure a clean and organized work area; performs all activities in a safe and conscientious manner.
• Understands and follows all organizational policies, procedures and rules, ensuring all laws are obeyed and equal employment, safety and environmental protection are practiced.
• Must be able to work in excess of eight hours per day or forty hours per week on any shift or travel as needed; normal work schedule includes rotating 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts and on‑call duty as required.
• Consistently demonstrates prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
• Communicates development and career goals to immediate supervisor and takes ownership of personal development plan.
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Able to handle change productively and perform other tasks as assigned.

Education

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology or equivalent work experience of at least three years.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Biology.

Experience

• Minimum:
  Three (3) or more years of laboratory technician experience.
• Preferred:
  Five (5) or more years of laboratory technician experience, preferably in the chemical manufacturing industry (pharmaceutical or food).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Not applicable.

Language Skills

• Reading, comprehension, speaking and writing at required education equivalency level; ability to read, analyze and interpret general business correspondence, technical/product information, policies/procedures or government regulations.
• Ability to complete written forms and write routine to complex procedures, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in a group or individual setting.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent and basic statistical calculations.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Electronic mail.
• Experience with SAP or similar information management system.

• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Generous time‑off policy
• Life insurance
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Bonuses and other benefits