Quality Control Technician

SUMMARY :

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
• Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
• Perform visual inspections of finished products.
• Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
• Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
• Investigate or report questionable test results.
• Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.
• Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.
• Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Receive and inspect raw materials.
• Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.
• Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.
• Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors.
• Write or revise standard quality control operating procedures.
• Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.
• Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines.
• Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.
• Prepare or review required method transfer documentation including technical transfer protocols or reports.
• Review data from contract laboratories to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and qualify new testing methods.
• Coordinate testing with contract laboratories and vendors.
• Evaluate new technologies and methods to make recommendations regarding their use.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Job offer is contingent upon a successful background check, drug screen, and proof of eligibility for employment in the united states.

Salary : $20 - $25