QC Analyst II (Onsite) - 1st Shift (Sunday-Thursday)

About the role

Performs routine testing of raw materials, cleaning samples, bulk intermediate and finished product, and/or stability samples, according to established regulatory protocols and procedures. Works in a laboratory setting with exposure to solvents, bio‑hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and pharmaceuticals; must adapt to shifting priorities and operate with a sense of urgency while maintaining high quality in a high‑throughput lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses on a variety of samples using intermediate preparation techniques and analysis methods.
• Become proficient in intermediate preparation techniques and analysis methods; train junior analysts in analysis methods and lab techniques.
• Document all activities and maintain records according to good documentation practices.
• Ensure proper use, care and maintenance of instrumentation.
• Perform intermediate method transfers.
• Provide detailed accounts of testing performed to investigators; under direct supervision of an investigator, may perform investigational testing.
• Make scientific recommendations to management/technical writers regarding QC procedures.
• Complete tasks on time, eliminate repeat errors, follow all applicable procedures to ensure high quality.
• Prioritize tasks, work with minimal guidance, be efficient and productive.
• Avoid distractions, contribute to a highly productive environment.
• Ensure company and regulatory data integrity guidelines are consistently followed.
• Maintain an atmosphere of teamwork, cordiality and respect; assist co‑workers.
• Represent the department by providing accounts and results of method transfer activities; assist with troubleshooting aberrant method transfer results.
• Interact respectfully with all employees inside and outside the department and with management; show interest in others' input and reasoning; appropriately resolve differences of opinion.
• Upon delegation, represent the QC chemistry laboratory when communicating with outside departments and vendors.
• Identify issues and escalate to senior leadership or management as appropriate.
• Support department leadership with implementation of new systems and continuous improvement efforts; generate new ideas to create efficiencies and improve processes.
• Participate in required annual hazardous waste training; handle hazardous waste (container/tank management, inspections, generation, transfer) and respond to spills per Chemical Spill Procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline, preferably Chemistry or Biochemistry; two or more years of experience in an analytical laboratory position.

Skills

• Knowledge of a government regulated laboratory environment (cGMP, GLP, ICH) preferably for drugs or medical devices.
• Intermediate understanding of USP, NF and other compendia.
• Ability to use and maintain analytical laboratory instruments such as HPLC, FTIR, GPC, GC, and UV‑Vis spectrophotometers.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer systems for sample tracking, laboratory equipment, raw data handling and storage.
• Ability to interpret, understand and follow analytical procedures/calculations and scientific principles.

Pay

$36.00 – $37.00 per hour, depending on experience; shift differential of 10% after training period.

Benefits

Benefits summary available at https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits. Tolmar’s compensation programs focus on equitable, fair pay practices including market‑based base pay and a strong benefits package; final compensation may vary based on selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Core hours: Sunday – Thursday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Training hours may vary.