Laboratory Analyst V

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

The Laboratory Analyst Vis an integral part of our Quality team based out of our US
- Willow Island, WVsite.

Hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 - $36.00

This position will support Medicated Feed Additives (MFA) business of Phibro Animal Health Corporation in Willow Island, WV. The Finished Product Quality Control laboratory provides testing and release support for multiple sites in the MFA network, in addition to analytical support for contract manufacturing. The preferred candidate will meet the criteria for an Analyst IV or V level, as described below.

The duties of this position include:

• Receives and prepares samples for analytical testing and initiation of stability studies.
• Performs physical testing of routine and non-routine samples without supervision including but not limited to raw materials, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) & Finished Good release and stability testing.
• Supports the site quality, safety and production needs and goals compliantly.
• Works within cross-functional teams.
• Completes all activities following site cGMP requirements and Phibro Standards.
• Conducts laboratory activities related to experiments, studies, and projects in support of production, laboratory, or other Phibro groups:
• Understands and follows GMP/GLP regulations.
• Data maintenance and record keeping are in accord with GMP and SOPs
• Supports laboratory operations using technical ability to run routine & non-routine
• Recognizes abnormal results and/or instrument problems and reports them to supervision.
• Performs routine tests and experiments following compendial or standard procedures
• Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory basic equipment such as balances, pH meter, titrations, sieves and ovens; has an understanding and has used advanced laboratory equipment such as UV/VIS, HPLC, GC.
• Maintains and follows Standard Operating Procedures dealing with their work area
• May be assigned to projects dealing with special samples needing method modifications, with close supervision.
• Records tests results on standardized forms and prepares reports describing procedures used.
• Participates in investigations into aberrant data and generation of summary reports with supervision.
• Maintains a safe and clean working area and assists others in same.
• Will work with Analysts, Scientists and Management staff on a routine basis for the receipt and preparation of QC Test Samples and Stability study samples.
• Follows good documentation practices.
• Adheres to Phibro’s Vision, Purpose, and Values, demonstrating exemplary behaviors and leadership.

• Has an understanding and has applied skills related to Lean & 5-S.
• Runs samples independently
• Has knowledge and use experience/troubleshooting of more complex laboratory equipment such as HPLC, GC, UV/VIS, FTIR, Melting Point Apparatus, and Density Meter
• Can apply laboratory knowledge to assist in other work areas.
• Prepare charts and graphs to assist in evaluation and interpretation of data. Can perform statistical analyses.
• Completes investigations into aberrant data and generation of summary reports with little supervision. May propose CAPA.
• Recognizes abnormal results and/or instrument problems provides input to cause and possible solutions.
• Owns projects and follows through to completion.
• Generation of protocols and execution of projects with little…