QC Analyst; 2nd Shift

Position: QC Analyst (2nd Shift)

QC Analyst (2nd Shift)

Shift: 2:00 PM‑10:30 PM EST (Mon‑Fri)

Location: Cleveland, OH 44125

Duration: 12+ months

Pay Rate: $35‑38 /hr on W2

Overview

Research Organics is seeking an experienced QC Analyst to support increased Quality Control operations on the 2nd shift. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical testing skills, method validation experience, and the ability to work independently in a GMP‑regulated laboratory.

Key Responsibilities Analytical Testing

• Perform routine testing using IR, pH, TLC plates, solubility, wet chemistry methods, and HPLC.
• Execute USP/EP/JP compendial testing accurately.
• Follow SOPs and written test procedures.

Documentation & Reporting

• Perform peer review of analytical data.
• Draft, execute, and report method validation protocols.
• Serve as a technical reviewer for protocols and reports.
• Follow GDP and Data Integrity guidelines.

Investigations & Compliance

• Identify and document OOS/OOT results.
• Lead or support investigations with minimal supervision.
• Determine root cause and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct routine instrument/titrant verification and calibration.

Operational Excellence

• Independently plan and manage assigned tasks and projects.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory per cGMP and ISO standards.
• Participate in process improvements, safety initiatives, and 5S activities.

Professional Conduct

• Work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism and uphold company values:
  Courage, Respect, Achievement, Integrity, Responsibility, Transparency.

Required Education & Experience Option 1

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Life Science.
• 5+ years laboratory experience.

Option 2

• Associate degree in Chemistry or Life Science.
• 10+ years non-academic laboratory experience.

Must‑Have Expertise

• Method Validation
• Compendial Testing (USP/EP/JP)
• Hands‑on experience in GMP laboratory environments

Core Skills (Simplified)

• Strong analytical chemistry (HPLC, IR, wet chemistry)
• Compendial method execution
• GMP compliance & documentation
• Data review, OOS investigations
• Instrument calibration
• Attention to detail & problem‑solving
• Ability to work independently on 2nd shift

Additional Requirements

• Medical screening (pre/annual)
• Background check & drug/alcohol testing
• Ability to stand long hours & lift up to 25 lbs
• PPE use and chemical exposure handling

(No forklift, respirator, laser, animal handling, or pathogen work required.)

About Trident

Trident Consulting is an award‑winning IT/engineering staffing company founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, CA. We specialize in placing high‑quality vetted technology and engineering professionals in contract and full‑time roles. Trident's commitment is to deliver the best and brightest individuals in the industry for our clients' toughest requirements.

Some of our recent awards include:

• 2022, 2021, 2020 – Inc. 5000 fastest‑growing private companies in America
• 2022, 2021 – SF Business Times 100 fastest‑growing private companies in Bay Area

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Quality Assurance, Research, and Analyst

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing and Research Services

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