Chemistry Tech Quality Control

Johnson & Johnson•San Angelo, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered. We are searching for the best talent for a Chemistry Technician Quality Control in San Angelo, TX. The Chemistry Technician Quality Control completes tasks in support of the Quality Control unit, closely following established administrative processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of deliverables. Assists laboratory staff with sample receipt, management of reagents and supplies, and general housekeeping. Tests samples of finished goods under direct supervision. Applies developing knowledge of Quality Control standards to review results of quality analysis and report issues as required. Uses data to identify risks and improvement opportunities. Demonstrates Johnson & Johnson's Leadership Imperatives and Credo in day-to-day interactions with team.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of microbiology principles, theories, practices, and methodologies.
Basic technical writing techniques knowledge to perform preliminary laboratory investigations.
Experience with proper use and basic troubleshooting of the following laboratory instrumentation: UPLC, HPLC, GC, FTIR, pH, KF, Particle Counter, RCS
Applies developing knowledge of Quality Control standards to review results of quality analysis and report issues as required.
Ability to inspect, test, and evaluate product quality and testing equipment performance.
Ability to read, interpret, analyze, and trend laboratory data and test results.
Ability to perform calculations and prepare accurate laboratory documentation.
Able to work safely in an environment with chemicals.
Ensures proper safety and environmental procedures and practices are utilized.
Complies with all applicable Quality Management System, environmental, safety, and occupational health policies (for example, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001).

Nice To Haves

Agility Jumps
Compliance Management
Curious Mindset
Customer Centricity
Detail-Oriented
Document Management
Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
Persistence and Tenacity
Process Oriented
Professional Ethics
Quality Control (QC)
Quality Control Testing
Quality Standards
Quality Systems Documentation
Regulatory Compliance
Technical Support

Responsibilities

Performs raw material, in-process, and/or finished goods tests and reviews.
Performs chemical and sterility release of product.
Performs sterility, environmental, moisture, residual ethylene oxide, and triclosan testing.
Executes simple microbiology analyses of in-process samples and finished products (Microbial Count, Environmental Monitoring, and Sterility Test) to comply with current procedures and pharmacopoeias.
Reads and interprets results and performs trend analysis as required.
Inspects, tests, and/or evaluates the precision and accuracy of products and/or testing equipment.
Monitors and reviews environmental charts and/or numeric data.
Carries out difficult calculations and prepares documentation that shows the results for the tests performed.
Participates in special requests for product testing, such as qualification protocols.
Assists laboratory staff with sample receipt, management of reagents and supplies, and general housekeeping.
Prepares media and performs quality assurance control checks per USP.
Completes records of inspection results, acceptance, rejection, and disposition for entry into logbooks or computer systems (i.e., LIMS).
Able to work safely in an environment with chemicals.
Ensures proper safety and environmental procedures and practices are utilized.
Investigates and writes out-of-specification reports.
Responsible for ensuring adequate systematic control of nonconforming product.
Recommends, amends, and analyzes sampling procedures, test methods, standard operating procedures, and/or inspection measures in order to lean processes or simplify current practices.
Recommends and implements revisions, corrections, and changes to test equipment, procedures, and methods.
Basic technical writing techniques knowledge to perform preliminary laboratory investigations.
Complies with all applicable Quality Management System, environmental, safety, and occupational health policies (for example, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001).
Uses data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
Supports process improvement teams for departmental and company continuous improvement activities (Lean, compliance laboratory processes, etc.).
Initiates and coordinates discussions with Quality, Engineering, and other relevant departments to develop corrective actions for recurring problems.
Conducts training for lower-level technicians and operations personnel.
Cross-trains to support other functional areas.
Demonstrates Johnson & Johnson's Leadership Imperatives and Credo in day-to-day interactions with team.
Performs other duties assigned by any member of Laboratory Management.
Demonstrates Johnson & Johnson's Leadership Imperatives and Credo through daily actions and interactions.
Supports a culture of quality, compliance, safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration.