Senior Quality Control Lab Technician

Job Description

Performs lab activities for testing of bio-analytical methods (in vivo, microbiological, immunological, virologic, or molecular biological) for various Bio QC tests on in-process, release or stability samples in compliance with internal standards, 9CFR regulatory guidelines, Outlines of Production and Special Outlines.  Initiates, executes and completes assays as per validated procedures and within Quality guidelines and communicates testing, compliance and/or scheduling issues to supervisors.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform routine testing using a significant portion of the existing animal and laboratory assays

• Supports R&D testing. 

• Initiates executes and completes assays as per validated procedures and within Quality guidelines and communicates animal welfare, testing, compliance and/or scheduling issues to supervisors.

• Maintains reagents, supplies and calibrated equipment

• Prepare reagents and materials

• Calculates results

• Communicates schedule, test status, concerns, and data clearly and accurately

• Write Laboratory Investigations, as needed.

• Review results and test sheets

• Revise Pre-existing Standard Methods and SOPs

• Troubleshooting established testing methods and evaluating new testing methods

• Trains others on methods & procedures

Skills:

• Good Documentation Practices

• Pipetting

• Weighing

• Troubleshoot / Problem solving beyond method defined action

• Good Communication

• Familiar with good laboratory techniques

Technology:

• Use of Word and Excel, QM software for data management, MRP inventory software, and controlled document system

• Test equipment

Education Requirements:

• Preferred BS from an accredited institution in a relevant scientific discipline.  -Preferred AA/CVT Degree from an accredited institution.

• Will consider a high school diploma with relevant experience.

Requirements:

• Previous Testing Experience

• Knowledge of basic scientific principles and techniques.

• Performs work following applicable methods and procedures with limited supervision.

• Good understanding of operations in the immediate area and basic understanding of applicable regulatory requirements.

• Makes routine decisions within the scope of responsibilities with guidance.

• Ability to effectively communicate in a clear, concise and appropriate manner.

• Effectively interacts with co-workers and others as needed. Demonstrates teamwork within own group and other internal groups

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