QC Analyst / Chemist

Description

Come Grow with Us!

Vitality Works mission is to create efficacious and therapeutic herbal, vitamin and nutraceutical supplements to help people get and stay well. While the FDA defines minimum quality, we strive for the highest level of quality. Vitality Works also operates in an environmentally sustainable way, recycling, composting, reducing energy and water consumption in a conscientious way. Our dedicated and passionate employees strive to produce amazing products in an uncompromising yet affordable way so that these products are affordable and effective.  

Position Summary:

As a QC Analyst, you will be conducting routine and non-routine tasks according to SOPs.  Responsible for Quality Control functions relating to raw material and product testing, lab formulation, microbiological and/or analytical testing.

Position Responsibilities:

• Accurate data analysis and documentation
• Ensure compliance of Quality Control SOP’s throughout all aspects of position and troubleshoot when a deviation from standard process occurs
• Conduct analyses for materials utilizing equipment such as HPLC, ICP-MS, HPTLC, FT-IR, UV-Vis as required
• Work closely with the Laboratory Manager and/or the QC Chemist to validation and qualify new methods for in-house testing
• Conduct microbiological analyses for materials as required
• Conduct Environmental & Water Monitoring testing as required
• Conduct other wet chemistry tests such as Specific Gravity, Jones Reagent, Solubility, and Fill Weight Verification.
• Facilitate testing of raw materials and products by third party contract labs as needed
• Assist in investigating non-conforming products and disposition
• Review and approve batch records
• Review and approve powders for encapsulation and finished cap products
• Assist with drafting and creating Safety Data Sheets
• Provide backup and support for QC functions as needed
• Complete projects and other duties as assigned by QC Manager

Qualifications

Skills & Requirements:

• BS degree in a life science such as Chemistry or related field
• At least two years working in a laboratory setting
• Experience working in a GMP facility
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) for the Dietary Supplement industry; specifically, quality control.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Strong verbal, technical writing and interpersonal skills are required
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure to produce positive outcomes

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Able to sit for long periods of time
• Position will require some walking, standing and sitting
• Some lifting of at least 50 pounds on occasion may be required

Vitality Works Benefits:

At Vitality Works, we know your power comes from your overall well-being and the well-being of your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health of you and your family. As a part of our family, your benefit offerings include: 

• Highly Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Benefits: Basic Life/AD&D, STD/LTD, & Employee Assistance Program paid by Vitality Works, Voluntary Supplemental Life/AD&D, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Work/Life Balance: Sick Leave, Vacation Time & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 3% contributed plus an additional 50% up to 5%
• Group Voluntary Benefits
• 2 FREE Supplements per month
• Amazing on-campus gym/basketball courts/walking paths
• Referral Bonus Program

Vitality Works is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.  To request reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

Apply Today on the Vitality Works Career Portal!

Salary : $26 - $28