Analytical Technologist

Roquette • Midland, TX

4d • $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles. The Role: We are looking for our next Analytical Technologist in our Roquette Quality Control Laboratory. The Analytical Technologist (AT) position will be responsible for the following key job responsibilities. Internal applicants that meet the job qualifications are encouraged to apply as an NTA Analytical Technologist This position is located in Midland, MI

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related discipline, or a minimum of five (5) years of experience as an LTS Lab Technician Specialist
• 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)
• 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

Benefits

• A highly collaborative team environment with ample room for exponential career growth.
• Competitive pay, annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, 6.2% company retirement contribution, and professional development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and 12 annual paid company holidays.
• 12 weeks 100% paid maternity leave, and up to 4 weeks 100% paid parental leave (including adoption/surrogacy/foster care leave) for non-birthing parents.
• Student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement program for select roles.
• Annual wellness benefit and wellness centered programs focused on your health needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level