Quality Control Lead Analyst

Description

The Quality Control (QC) Lead Analyst is responsible for supporting all Halocarbon activities related to analysis in the QC lab. This role supports the Specialty Chemical and Pharmaceutical production processes at Halocarbon and operates on a four on four off 12-hour rotating shift. The QC Lead Analyst is expected to prioritize tasks based on communication from supervision and team strategy to lead the QC Lab Analysts.

The QC Lead Analyst should be a well-organized individual that demonstrates excellent safety awareness and bring a positive energy to their team. They should be a team player with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in Quality and cross functionally.

The QC Lead Analyst will follow the direction of QC leadership in assuring that Halocarbon meets cGMP, QMS, regulatory, and customer quality agreements. The QC Lead Analyst will supervise and lead QC Lab Analysts to accomplish Halocarbon Quality and corporate goals. Operate various analytical instrumentation (i.e., Gas Chromatograph) to execute established test methods for analysis of a wide variety of products in support of a growing business.

Operate, read, interpret, and practically apply regulations, industry guidelines in the cGMP (pharmaceutical) and specialty chemical quality management systems. Adhere to the laboratory Safety Chemical Hygiene plan to ensure compliance with 29 CFR . Demonstrate and model quality stewardship excellence through participation in and compliance with Halocarbon policies, management systems, procedures, teams, and training. Follow QC documentation and ensure that it is completed per the management system and regulatory requirements.

• Adhere to plant safety requirements and plant policies and promote a positive safety culture, leading by example.
• Embrace, demonstrate and promote Halocarbon’s Core Values of Caring, Curiosity, Collaboration, and Competitive Spirit.
• Adhere to all current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Halocarbon QMS requirements.
• Troubleshoot analytical laboratory equipment malfunctions.
• Lead QC Laboratory Analysts to accomplish Quality and corporate goals.
• Record data into logbooks and data sheets accurately per Halocarbon and cGMP procedures.
• Perform calibration and preventative maintenance on lab equipment and instruments.
• Prioritize and perform material and data analysis.
• Set up laboratory apparatus.
• Perform assigned maintenance and organization of work areas.
• Execute the laboratory reagents and solutions program.
• Report all accidents and incidents.
• Maintain laboratory inventory system

• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Good analytical abilities to review and interpret information.
• Exceptional attention to detail with high standards of excellence.
• Adaptable and reacts positively to change.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• cGMP and/or quality system knowledge is desired.
• Able to work overtime as needed to accomplish goals.
• Experience with computer software (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong work ethic and continuous improvement mentality.
• Strong self-awareness with a steady personality, adaptable and reacts positively in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to work autonomously and proactively with supervisory direction.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, develop a plan and implement improvements.

• Supervise a team of QC Laboratory Analysts

• Bachelor’s degree in science (e.g., biology or chemistry) is preferred.
• High School Diploma with relevant work experience will be considered.
• cGMP and/or quality system knowledge is desired.
• Leadership experience is preferred.
• General math aptitude is required.

• Must be capable of lifting containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to evacuate the plant, reporting to appropriate assigned muster point, in the event of an emergency or drill.
• Must be able to work in an environment where chemical odors may exist at permissible threshold limits of exposure.
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to use all available or assigned personal protective equipment and tools.
• Must be able to safely handle hazardous chemicals on a regular basis.

* Halocarbon is an equal opportunity employer.*