QC Chemist I

DATE: 4-5-2023

POSITION TITLE: QC Chemist I

STATUS: Temp - Hire

DEPARTMENT: Quality Control Laboratory

REPORTS TO: QC Laboratory Lead/Manager

Summary

Perform organoleptic and chemistry tests in a high-volume working environment.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities/Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Calibrate laboratory equipment as needed.
• Visually inspect the integrity of container/closure systems.
• Inspect lot codes/batch codes for correctness.
• Perform organoleptic and chemical analysis on bulk products, finished goods, raw materials and stability samples.
• Proficient with wet chemistry techniques.
• Assess data quickly to identify and report OOS and OOT data.
• Transcription of raw data to laboratory notebook and reports of analysis.
• Collect and document retain samples.
• Request stability sample.
• Maintain a log of stability batches.
• Coordinate with QC Document Coordinator to ship samples to outsource laboratory.
• Create stability records as needed.
• Adhere to laboratory safety standards, by adhering to all company safety policies and wearing appropriate and required PPE.
• Cover other lab personnel when needed.
• Update logbooks.
• Conduct monthly inventory of all reagents and chemicals used in QC lab.
• Monitor and maintain chart recorders.
• Comply with Company SOPs
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
  
  

COMPETENCIES

• Communication proficiency
• Initiative
• Flexibility
• Learning orientation
• Problem solving/analysis
• Organizational skills
• Technical capacity
• Written expression
• Time management
• Verbal expression
• Attention detail
• Ethical Conduct
  
  

Qualifications & Skills Required To Perform Job Duties

• Working knowledge of SOPs, cGMPs, GLPs, ISO, 21CFR111, 210, 211 and 117.
• Familiarity with the use and function of common laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Good visual/observation skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements To Perform Job Duties

• Manual dexterity skills to use testing equipment and perform tests.
• Lift up to 40lbs when needed.
• Sit, bend, squat, kneel, turn, twist and stoop.
• Reach forward and overhead.
• Good eye/hand coordination.
• Stand/remain upright up to 4 hours at a time.
  
  

Education And/Or Experience Required To Perform Job Duties

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science.

Previous work experience in food, drug, dietary supplement and/or cosmetic manufacturing preferred.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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