QC LAB TECH II - 1ST SHIFT

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives and collects samples in the LIMS system.
• Performs physical testing on raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, prepackaged items, stability samples and other laboratory samples.
• Performs organoleptic testing, including, but not limited to appearance, taste and odor.
• Records and compares results to specifications and performs secondary reviews.
• Initiates OOS investigations for any samples not meeting specification or any samples that are atypical from historical trend.
• Performs investigation and/or root cause analysis for any samples in OOS.
• Operates equipment in all of the following pieces of lab equipment, including but not limited to: pH meter, FTIR, NIR, disintegration apparatus, moisture analyzer, automatic tablet tester (hardness, weight, length, thickness), Anton Paar modular unit (density meter, refractometer, polarimeter), automatic titrator (acid value, Karl Fischer), Karl Fischer oven, powder density tester, sonic sifter, friability apparatus, density by pycnometer, water activity meter, melting point apparatus, viscometer, balance, loss on drying oven.
• Accurately enters laboratory test results into worksheets, Excel spreadsheets, LIMS, and Access database.
• Requests samples through Smartsheet as needed.
• Performs metal detector checks and temperature checks as needed.
• Promptly answers phone calls, emails and two-way radio calls and follows up.
• Accurately maintains daily logs and equipment logbooks.
• Cleans, maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment.
• Orders lab supplies as needed.
• Assists with training and mentoring newer and less experienced lab technicians in lab processes and equipment use.
• Creates, reviews and revises SOP’s for new equipment and processes pertaining to the physicals lab.
• Complies with safety and GMP requirements.

Safety Responsibility Statement

• Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices.
• Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities.
• Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP’s, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures.
• Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately.
• Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention.
• Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required.
• Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.