QC Analyst II (Onsite) - 3rd Shift (Tuesday - Saturday)

Core Hours

Core Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10:30 pm - 7:00 am
Training Hours may vary

Purpose and Scope

Performs routine testing of raw materials, cleaning samples, bulk intermediate and finished product, and/or stability samples, according to established regulatory protocols and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform analyses on a variety of samples using 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.
• Perform intermediate method transfers.
• Provide detailed accounts of testing performed to investigators.
• Under the direction of management, make scientific recommendations to management/technical writers regarding QC procedures.
• Complete tasks on time and work to eliminate repeat errors.
• Follow all procedures applicable to job functions to ensure high quality of work.
• Prioritize tasks and perform job duties with minimal guidance from management.
• Work to complete tasks in an efficient manner, and be a productive member of the department.
• Contribute to a highly productive environment by avoiding distractions.
• Represent the department by providing accounts and results of method transfer activities and assist with troubleshooting aberrant method transfer results, if necessary.
• Interact respectfully with all other employees both inside and outside of the department and members of management, and show interest in others' input and reasoning.
• Identify issues and escalate those issues to the department senior leadership or management as appropriate.
• Support the department leadership with the implementation of new systems, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Generate new ideas to create efficiencies and improve processes; willingly support new ideas and process enhancements.
• Participate in required annual hazardous waste training.
• Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of a government regulated laboratory environment, preferably for drugs or medical devices including cGMP, GLP and ICH and their application to laboratory testing and review processes and procedures.
• Intermediate understanding of the use 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.

Core Values

The QC Analyst II is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:

• Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients and treat our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together with an enterprise-wide mindset that lifts the whole organization.
• Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
• Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
• Constantly Improve: We are committed to a proactive, collaborative effort to enhance our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and improving quality. We strive to be innovative, embracing calculated risk-taking that drives better ways of working.
• Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near-term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.

Education & Experience

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

Compensation And Benefits

Pay: $36.00 - $37.00 per hour, depending on experience
Shift Differential: 20% after training period
Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Working Conditions: Laboratory setting. Will be exposed to solvents, bio-hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and pharmaceuticals.
Must be adaptable to shifting priorities and operate with a sense of urgency while maintaining high quality in order to meet important timelines in a high throughput lab.
Business demands may present a need to work extended hours.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.