QC Analyst

Job Description

Job Title: QC Analyst

Duration: 7 months

Location: Winchester KY 40391

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

(Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.)

Job Type: Contract (40 hrs. a week)

SHIFT - ONSITE POSITION - SHIFT - FRI, SAT, SUN & MON 6AM - 6PM.

A QC Analyst is an entry level position for individuals who use their understanding of science to perform the basic and critical experimental work of day-to-day analysis, including generation and analysis of data. Their work is “hands on” in an analytical lab and requires analytical testing, computer operating, record keeping, and report writing abilities. This position performs the quality testing needed for raw material, in-process, finished goods, stability, and cleaning validation analysis, while following all regulations and SOPs.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Perform efficient/reliable/high quality analytical testing in accordance with USP/NF/EP/JP/FCC/etc. or customer supplied guidelines. Typical testing may include Dissolution, Titration, Polarimetry, Loss on Drying, Viscosity, Residue on Ignition, Heavy Metal Content, FTIR, HPLC, and GC, etc.

• Maintain accurate written records of all analysis performed.

• Accurately interpret and effectively communicate analytical results and issues.

• Schedule daily tasks in an organized and efficient manner.

• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment and instrumentation.

• Responsible for operating in a safe manner using laboratory and chemical hygiene practices

• Become proficient in standard operating procedures and test methods.

• Ability to work in a “flow to the work” team environment.

• In collaboration with other lab personnel, be responsible for a clean and safe work environment.

• Perform peer review of analytical testing and write up.

• Write SOPs on an as needed basis.

• Adapt to changing tasks and priorities within a dynamic team environment, taking on various roles and responsibilities as needed to meet organizational goals.

Education or Equivalent Requirements:

Minimum education and experience required to perform the job:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences with no work experience OR any other Bachelor’s degree with years of experience in a QC laboratory.

Minimum skills/knowledge required to perform job:

• Ability to multi-task with high efficiency.

• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain efficiency.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• General knowledge of the use and operation of basic laboratory equipment.

• Basic knowledge of lab safety and the ability to work safely with chemicals of varying potency.

• General computer literacy including use of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Ability to perform analytical testing while standing for long periods of time

• Accurate testing on the first attempt under pressure of production details.

• Proficient in English verbal and written communication skills to convey and receive ideas and instructions to/from others

• General computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel

• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.Company Description

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.