Quality Technician - 3rd

Quality Technician - 3rd at Perrigo France

Location:

Eau Claire, WI, US

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Make Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust.

We are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Provide professional support by performing and timely communicating the necessary quality tests and analyses required for product safety and quality. Conduct sampling, inspection and testing of incoming materials, in-line samples, finished product, water and environment to assess their conformance to established quality standards. Provide support for other quality functions to support plant objectives.

Shift: 10pm - 6:30am, Sunday - Thursday

• Coordinate sample management and Quality Control Testing of:
  • Incoming materials
  • In-line samples
  • Semi-finished and finished products
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Investigational samples
• Coordinate sampling activities and conduct inspection, and testing in a timely manner including, but not limited to testing moisture, conductivity, pH, purity screening, scoop delivery, dimensional parameters, package evaluation ingredient identity. Perform release of conforming incoming materials.
• Prepare and send samples to other internal and external laboratories. Maintain communication between external laboratories regarding status of testing, etc.
• Completes cleaning and general maintenance of laboratory and work area.
• Performs periodic maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and equipment.
• Conduct internal and external analytical reporting by entry into SAP or other data sharing systems.
• Monitors material and reagent inventory, orders and stocks laboratory supplies.

• Comprehends and follows Good Laboratory Practices and Laboratory Safety Standards.
• Completes review of laboratory data to ensure accuracy.
• Performs method monitoring through control charting and investigates trends.
• Performs analyses to support qualification / validation / verification protocols.

• Provides routine communication with Factory Operations and Internal support functions to report testing status and results.
• Trains new and existing lab personnel on methods and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned. Throughout all these responsibilities, maintains a focus on continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (Chemistry, Food Technology, Biology, Microbiology or other related fields) required.
• Previous experience in another laboratory or analytical experience preferred.
• Exposure to different jobs within the Business unit (production, maintenance) or within Quality.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Task oriented approach to projects and assignments.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office required; SAP experience preferred.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally. Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.

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