QC Lab Analyst

Avantor•Paris, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Avantor is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Lab Analyst to test raw materials, in-process formulations, and finished products in its Quality Control laboratory. This is a full-time, onsite position in Paris, Kentucky, supporting either first- or second-shift operations. First shift offers flexible start times between 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.; second shift begins at 3:00 p.m. Both schedules run Monday through Friday. The Analyst conducts routine and non-routine chemistry and microbiological analyses, operates and maintains laboratory instruments, follows applicable test methods and standards, generates and reviews analytical data, and records results in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The role may also involve investigative testing, environmental monitoring in cleanrooms, handling hazardous materials with required safety equipment, and applying disposition labels to materials. The position typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise. The employee may be exposed to chemicals, including flammables, corrosives, and oxidizers. Work is mostly sedentary but includes walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting or carrying objects typically weighing less than 10 pounds. Frequent work volume and deadlines may impose routine strain.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a scientific discipline, including completion of at least four semesters of chemistry coursework.
Applied working knowledge of various laboratory instrumentation.
Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
Demonstrated ability to follow through on multiple projects.
Goal-oriented, with a strong desire for achievement.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field.
One to three years of laboratory experience in a related field.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access.
Wet chemistry experience, such as acid/base titrations or water content analysis.
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine and non-routine chemistry and microbiological analyses of raw materials, in-process formulations, and final products against established specifications.
Operate laboratory equipment and instruments according to work instructions and procedures, including pH, conductivity, UV, KF, FTIR, and titration equipment.
Follow Quality Control test methods and compendia methods, including USP, EP, BP, JP, or ACS methods, and the EXCIPACT standard.
Calculate and generate data to determine compliance with specifications and report results.
Perform technical reviews of laboratory data forms, including water, environmental monitoring, and direct-measure analysis.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
Enter final results and raw data for tested materials or products in LIMS as needed.
Perform investigative analysis to support investigations, complaints, or instrument troubleshooting as needed.
Perform environmental monitoring, including gowning into cleanrooms and collecting air and surface samples.
Review data for discrepancies, review manufacture COAs and COCs, and perform data verification in accordance with company procedures.
Apply appropriate disposition labels to materials, such as accepted or rejected.
Handle hazardous materials using appropriate or mandatory safety PPE and safety equipment.
Complete documentation legibly and review it for accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.