QC Lab Analyst VI-VII at Zoetis

Portage, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Pharmaceuticals, Animal HealthIndustries

Requirements

AAS, BA/BS, or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related science preferred
5 years minimum related experience in Quality Control
Preferred experience: GMP documentation, drug product formulation, in-plant laboratory, Incoming Inspection, SAP, LIMS, HPLC, Dissolution, use of Empower3
High productivity, ability to multi-task, low error rate, and attention to detail
Flexibility/agility and engagement in a changing environment
Good laboratory technique to avoid cross-contamination or misidentification of samples
Ability to follow written procedures
Willingness and ability to learn
Ability to work in a team environment
Job duties involve occasional lifting (less than 35 lbs)
Must not be Cephalosporin/Penicillin sensitive
Authorization to work in the US

Responsibilities

Performs, documents, and record checks qualitative and quantitative assays on samples
Works with primary technologies: HPLC, Dissolution, and KF
Interprets and evaluates data for accuracy, precision, trends, and potential GMP impact
Recommends and executes process improvements to improve laboratory performance
Demonstrates efficient work practices (Level VI-VII)
May train others
Troubleshoots instrumentation
Reviews documentation of other analysts
Participates in laboratory investigations as required
Contributes to process and method improvements, training (Level VI-VII)
May participate in manufacturing QC support such as cleaning verification
Works SHIFT HOURS: 8:00pm-4:30pm (some flexibility; overtime may be required)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

HPLCDissolutionKFGMPQualitative AssaysQuantitative AssaysData InterpretationTroubleshootingProcess ImprovementLaboratory TechniquesTrainingDocumentation Review

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What shift hours are required for this QC Lab Analyst position?

The shift hours are 8:00pm-4:30pm, nominally, with some flexibility allowed, and overtime may occasionally be required.

What education and experience are required for this role?

AAS, BA/BS, or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related science is preferred, along with a minimum of 5 years related experience in Quality Control.

What are the primary technologies used in this lab?

The primary technologies are HPLC, Dissolution, and KF.

What is the work environment like for this position?

This is a fast-paced, customer-oriented, team laboratory environment in a dynamic, growing lab within a growing manufacturing site, with opportunities to learn new skills and work cross-functionally.

What key characteristics make a strong candidate for this role?

Successful candidates demonstrate high productivity, ability to multi-task, low error rate, attention to detail, flexibility in a changing environment, good laboratory technique, willingness and ability to learn, and ability to work in a team environment.