QC Associate I- Microbiology

Overview

The QC Associate I position is an entry level position that supports a variety of disciplines within the Quality Control laboratory. The individual performs laboratory work as assigned to meet production schedules and project milestones and works within clearly defined routine processes. They are expected to follow procedures and gain familiarity with a wide variety of analytical methods and supporting data management processes. Disciplines common to the laboratory include, but are not limited to:  bioburden, environmental monitoring and endotoxin testing. The position primarily works with or may take direction from peers within the department. Individuals in this role are expected to gain familiarity and build capability within the assigned disciplines.

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**Shift: 2nd, 2:00 pm – 12:00 am, Wednesday- Saturday***

Other duties and responsibilities include:

• May be assigned to specific disciplines, but will support all necessary laboratory and assay functions, including housekeeping, safety, logbook use and maintenance, equipment use and maintenance, method execution and data review.
• Responsible for limited range of laboratory support functions and procedures as assigned, developing capability in basic technical skills, disciplines, and procedures within assigned discipline area(s)
• Capable of delivering to assigned work schedule with attention to detail and accuracy
• Gain familiarity with basic process improvement methodologies, learning and applying concepts of lean lab and six sigma that are applicable to the QC lab environment
• May review technical data
• Notifies management and initiates events (such as deviations) in the quality systems, with guidance from others
• Develops ownership of work space area, taking initiative to assure cleanliness and order of immediate and surrounding areas.

MAJOR ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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This position reports directly to a supervisor or manager in the Quality Control Department; there are no direct reports or subordinate working relationships to this position.

This position supports the manufacturing, revenue, and profit plans as they relate to the on-time and error free analysis of product and equipment related samples in the Quality Control Laboratory.

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education Requirements

• BS/BA in science, preferably in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related technical field

Desired Experience

• This is an entry level position
• 0-2 years related laboratory experience

Specific Skills and Competencies

• Can quickly gain understanding and knowledge of procedures and practices in assigned area
• Has basic skills training and capable of working within established procedures
• Capable of working with a moderate degree of supervision
• Familiarity with basic statistical tools to analyze data in relation to trends results
• Familiarity with data management processes such as Trackwise or LIMS or capability to learn basic use and navigation within the systems.
• Capable of identifying and escalating problems to superiors
• Time management and task organization skills that promote effective schedule adherence.
• Ability to accept changing priorities in a productive and positive manner
• Can clearly communicate status of assigned work to peers and management
• Ability to learn and incorporate lean lab and six sigma principles into daily work environment.

FDBU works with technical data, technology and materials that are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations. This position will require access to technical data, technology and source code that is controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations at 22 C.F.R. Parts 120 – 130 and Export Administration Regulations in 15 C.F.R. Part 730 – 774, as may be amended. To conform to these laws and regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., protected individuals as defined by 8 USC 1324(b)(a)(3) (i.e., asylees and refugees) or otherwise eligible for an export authorization from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Offers of employment will be contingent on the Company’s ability to secure an export authorization.

FDBU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or any other protected class. If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please e-mail FDBUHR@fujifilm.com 

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