QC Analyst - Nights

Job Description

CordenPharma is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma 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. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.SUMMARY

Performs all technician tasks accurately and efficiently without supervision. Initiates expert technical advice to customers and completes all tasks in the Technician Training Manual. Maintains a high level of housekeeping and attention to detail.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Run routine samples of raw materials, intermediates, and final products. Test special request samples from plants, tech center, or process chemists

Perform equipment calibration, titrant standardization, and standard validation as required

Identify and correct problems with instruments in QC lab. Identify and communicate problems and solutions related to process, procedure, and materials to QC Chemist. Researches and takes corrective action on anomalous test results

Maintain cleanliness and organization of lab by following safety, regulatory, and chemical hygiene policies including GLPs and GMPs

Perform daily record keeping on SAP and LIMS, enter status changes for raw materials, initiate incident reports, and issue approval-for-use tags

Responsible for properly managing the generation and accumulation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste

Attend and participate in QC Team meetings. Develop team skillsLEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of his or her activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree (BA) from 4-year college or university; or 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. GMP and lab equipment experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work with hands and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

Strong math, reading, and comprehension skills

Analytical skills and knowledge of general or organic chemistry

Mechanical aptitude with lab equipment

Support Senior level QC staff with general lab duties

Preform basic methods on test samples

Good communication skills and computer skills

Commitment to QEH&S Principles

Ability to work closely with team members to a common goal

Attention to detail

Ability to work on 12 hour rotating shifts, night or day; weekends and holidays required

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.BENEFITS

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service

Accident Plan

Critical Illness

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Insurance PPO/HSA

Hospital Indemnity Plan

ID Theft

Life Insurance

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year

Vision Insurance