Job Title
Quality Tech II
Requisition
JR000014735 Quality Tech II (Open)
Location
St. Louis, MO
Additional Locations
Job Description Summary
Depending on the laboratory area, will perform analysis on Raw Materials, Intermediates, In-Process,
Finished Product, or Stability samples using established analytical methods.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- LIMS entry and approval of data
- Use of analytical balances, HPLC, GC, ICP, AA, KF Titrator, IR, UV, pH Meter, volumetric glassware
- Wet testing like assay titrations, colorimetric tests, density, conductivity, TLC, heavy metals, and sieves
- Maintain instrument readiness
- Actively sustain laboratory housekeeping
- Completion of hands-on and electronic training
- Participate in area huddles or shift meetings
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors Degree in science related field (Chemistry, Biology) is preferred or Associates Degree with equivalent combination of education, experience, and competencies accepted.
Experience:
Working knowledge of wet chemistry required
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of analytical wet testing and/or instrumentation.
- Experience in a cGMP environment is preferred.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
- Acquaintance with and understanding of application of basic chemistry/analytical principles, theories and concept
- Use and/or Basic knowledge of industry practices and standards
- Chromatography (GC/LC) and Spectroscopy experience a plus
- Use of Chromeleon or other chromatography software is a plus
- Previous Pharmaceutical experience is a plus
COMPETENCIES:
Informing, Customer Focus, Listening, Perseverance, Organizing, function/technical skills, Peer Relationships, Comfort around Higher Management, Multi-tasking
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP/SCOPE:
Reports to the Supervisor Quality Testing. Contacts involve matters of moderate importance to the organization and include R&D, Marketing, Production employees including Engineers, Supervisors, and Operators, Logistics, EHS, and DEA. Infrequent customer contacts on routine matters.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- 90% Laboratory exposure to plant products, solvents and reagents, some of which are hazardous or potent compounds
- Requires use of PPE for lab environment and potential handling of controlled substances
- Primarily standing and walking within the building, but also requires some walking between buildings, stairs, and lifting.
- 10% Office environment
- This position is a 12-hour weekend days position: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and every other Tuesday