QC Chemist

QC CHEMIST

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The QC Chemist performs various test procedures to determine the quality and uniformity of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in compliance with company specifications, quality standards and government regulations in support of the hard capsule business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs calibration, qualification, maintenance and inventory of laboratory instruments, equipment, standards and chemicals.
• Assures compliance with company standards and specifications, government regulations, as well as Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) and Current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLP’s). 
• Anticipates, identifies, and troubleshoots potential problems involving the quality and analysis of raw materials and finished products.
• Performs testing for global affiliates.
• Executes planned and unplanned projects.
• Maintains accurate and precise records.
• Reviews documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Writes and executes validation protocols. (instrument and methods).
• Writes and updates Standard Operating Instructions, Policies and Specifications.
• Executes and completes assigned tasks within schedule and resource constraints.
• Performs all job functions with the safety of themselves and fellow colleagues in mind.
• Maintains QC Lab SharePoint.
• Performs out-of-specification investigations.
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week, which may include weekends, holidays, etc. 
• Must be able to work additional hours/days as business needs dictate.
• Attendance in the plant site is considered an essential function.
• The Chemist provides backup for other Chemists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required: B.S. in Chemistry,

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law