QC Laboratory Analyst, Finished Products

at  Custom Pharma Services

We are looking for an experienced Finished Products Analyst to join our Quality Control Laboratory Team!

WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOUR BACKGROUND, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS INCLUDE:

• A degree in related science subject i.e. Chemistry or pharmaceutical chemical science.
• A chemistry background and previous experience as a Quality Control Analyst.
• Previous experience within a QC or development environment in the pharmaceutical industry preferred
• A practical working knowledge of GMP and GLP
• A familiarity with laboratory equipment/ techniques/ procedures and documentation systems
• Understanding of EU and other specific analytical regulations for the pharmaceutical industry would be a bonus but is not essential
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of information flow and decision-making processes
• Follow written procedures with accuracy and efficiency
• The ability to prioritise work load and work with minimum supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel
• High level of literacy and numeracy
• Flexible attitude to meet changing priorities
• Continuous improvement mindset

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Carrying out day to day scheduling work of the QC routine and/ or investigative analytical work to ensure adherence to the plan is managed to meet the requirements of customers whilst actively monitoring work progress to facilitate continuous improvements.
• Ensuring equipment is properly maintained, taking personal responsibility for some of the equipment
• Ensuring the QC laboratories are well organised, reagents/ standards are available and controlled
• Participating in the timely analysis and release of incoming starting materials.
• Applying expertise and a systematic approach to problem solving enabling the achievement of prompt and effective results with an identified proposal that deters problems from reoccurring.
• Ensuring equipment is qualified and calibrated.
• Ensuring methods are validated, and where required developed/ enhanced to meet current Regulatory requirements.
• Participating in the transfer of new and modified analytical methods into the lab and performing the acquisition, qualification, maintenance and calibration of existing and new laboratory equipment
• Participating in achievement of site KPI’s by completion of QC and customer objectives, and focussing on tasks linked to overall site performance.
• Providing input to various other projects on site as required in the maintenance of company’s obligations with respect to laboratory activities, release activities, validation, and compliance or as deemed necessary by Quality Assurance Management.
• Improving the adherence to customer quality requirements by applying principles of GMP /GLP
• Proposing new ideas in order to improve performance within own area of responsibility