About the role
Use Your Power for Purpose
This position is for a testing analyst in the Kalamazoo DP Laboratory working on first shift. Opportunity for schedule flexibility exists as the Laboratory supports business and customer needs on weekends and holidays. Technologies employed in the Rapid Turn Laboratory include HPLC, GC, Karl Fisher, UV, and general analytical procedures.
What You Will Achieve
Works effectively in a fast-paced, customer-oriented, team laboratory environment to analyze finished product samples in direct support of the company's production units. Independently performs testing and documents results for qualitative or quantitative assays on samples using techniques that vary from use of standard laboratory equipment to highly modern and automated instrumentation.
Troubleshoots test methods and analytical equipment.
Conducts peer review (record checking) of laboratory data packets. Writes equipment qualification protocols and reports as needed.
Executes method validation activities as needed.
Updates SOPs and test methods.
Writes reports as needed.
The successful candidate is a subject matter expert in at least one basic analytical chemistry technology. The candidate should also be able to assist in Laboratory Investigation Reports, either by lending expertise or leading.
Coordinates and leads projects that have unit impact. Proactively seeks out opportunities for improvement and acts on them with some direction.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 years of relevant experience in quality or compliance required. Candidates with advanced science degrees and relevant experience may also be considered as follows: Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related science degree with at least 4 years experience in related field or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related science with at least 2 years experience in related field. Technical Experience:
Demonstrated proficiency in at least one high complexity technology (e.g. HPLC, uHPLC, GC, etc.) or, with two or more low to medium complexity technologies (e.g. TLC, titrations, wet chemistry/physical testing, water testing, etc.) as required by the business unit.
The successful candidate must also have demonstrated the ability to quickly learn new skills/techniques.
High productivity and the ability to multi-task coupled with a low error rate and attention to detail.
Must demonstrate flexibility/agility and engagement in a changing environment.
The candidate is expected to display good laboratory technique to avoid cross-contamination or misidentification of samples.
Experience troubleshooting test methods and analytical instrumentation. · Experience in performing peer review of laboratory data.
Candidate must have in depth technical knowledge in one or more analytical techniques, such that they would be considered a subject matter expert in the given technology.
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related science degree with at least 4 years experience in related field or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related science with at least 2 years experience in related field.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Laboratory and office work requiring walking, standing, and sitting throughout a shift. Lifting of items less than 25 kg.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
This position may occasionally require colleagues to work weekends and/or holidays to meet business or customer needs. All Laboratory colleagues adhere to safe work practices such as wearing appropriate personal protective equipment including lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves. There is no routine travel associated with this position.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
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