Analytical Technologist

Roquette•Midland, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. We are looking for our next Analytical Technologist in our Roquette Quality Control Laboratory. This position is located in Midland, MI.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Chemistry discipline (General Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry, etc.) with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant manufacturing lab experience (required)
Proficiency with math and computer skills (required)
Previous analytical laboratory experience and/or technical training in analytical chemistry (required)

Nice To Haves

Gas Chromatography and Liquid Chromatography experience (preferred)
Experience with cGMP requirements (preferred)

Responsibilities

Complete all lab and facility training programs and maintain qualification on all applicable tests and quality system requirements in accordance with the applicable training and qualification procedures.
Complete additional technical training as needed in accordance with an employee development plan.
Routine and non-routine analyses, instrument calibration, and instrument maintenance in support of plant operations and product release. This includes “special analyses” for customer, competitor, troubleshooting, and research samples.
Monitor analytical systems, identify problems, conduct first-line and advanced troubleshooting, and escalate as appropriate.
Participate in facility management, including, but not limited to managing materials & supplies, housekeeping, and managing waste in accordance with RCRA guidelines.
Follow relevant quality systems and act as a focal point supporting the lab audit program.
Work with lab personnel to identify issues and improve quality using tracking tools.
Assure compliance to all GMP and ISO requirements.
Use relevant tools (SampleManager, OpenLab, FocusEMI, NWA etc.), evaluate validity of data, interpret results and take appropriate action.
Document, communicate, and archive analytical results.
Provide professional communication to clients, co-workers, and leadership.
Adapt laboratory I/T and data handling systems to the needs of the unit and perform first-line troubleshooting.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to assure lab personnel adhere to all safety standards and EH&S requirements and follow all operating discipline pertaining to their role.
Promote an environment of teamwork by leading through example.
Coordinate efficient lab operations and effectiveness by prioritization of shift activities such as sample workload, resources, instruments, and lab supplies.
Develop hands-on training as needed or facilitate training where deficiencies are identified. Lead and conduct periodic progress reviews and communicate results.
Work closely with lab leadership to help resolve lab conflicts and provide feedback on work performance issues.
Optimize activities through continuous improvement process. Participate in analytical or plant improvement teams. Contribute to value creation by continuous improvement of lab procedures, the analytical work processes and related tools and performance metrics.
Network with other technical personnel to share technology and to leverage problem solving and prevention expertise.
Participate in the raw material and finished product retainer management system.
Participate in plant initiatives (e.g. involvement in teams, operating discipline improvements, work process implementation, work process tools).
Achieve personal learning needs utilizing the available learning resources.
Provide technical expertise and leadership in the lab.
Work closely with peers and leadership in the Quality organization and Operations.
Implement/qualify analytical equipment, methodology, and work processes.
Support effective lab operations.
Special assignments and projects, as required.