QO Lab Analyst IV - VII

Zoetis • Kalamazoo, MI

59d

About The Position

The QO Lab Analyst works in a fast-paced, customer-oriented team laboratory environment, analyzing raw materials, packaging materials, in-process materials, APIs, utilities, and/or finished product samples in support of the company's quality program. The role includes performing and documenting qualitative or quantitative assays, checking records, troubleshooting methods, evaluating results, and supporting manufacturing quality control as needed. Analyses use techniques ranging from standard laboratory equipment to modern automated instrumentation.

The analyst evaluates data for accuracy, precision, trends, and potential GMP impact, and recommends corrective action when appropriate. The position requires productivity, multitasking, attention to detail, flexibility, sound laboratory technique, and the ability to quickly learn new skills and techniques. The analyst may train colleagues, participate in laboratory investigations, write routine assay protocols, and conduct assay, process, or instrument qualifications.

The role is full-time, regular employment with a scheduled shift of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The colleague will work in a facility that manufactures Cephalosporins and must not be Cephalosporin sensitive.

Requirements

• AAS, BA/BS, or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related science.
• Demonstrated proficiency in at least one high-complexity technology, such as HPLC, uHPLC, GC, or advanced spectroscopy, or at least two low- to medium-complexity technologies, such as TLC, titrations, wet chemistry/physical testing, or water testing, as required by the business unit.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and techniques.
• Ability to work in a Cephalosporin-manufacturing facility without being Cephalosporin sensitive.
• Ability to perform occasional lifting of less than 35 pounds, reaching, and sitting while working at a computer terminal.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 2 years of related experience in Quality Operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw materials, packaging materials, in-process materials, APIs, utilities, and/or finished product samples in support of the company's quality program.
• Perform, document, record-check, and troubleshoot qualitative or quantitative assays using laboratory equipment and automated instrumentation.
• Participate in manufacturing QC support, such as cleaning verification, as needed.
• Interpret and evaluate data for accuracy, precision, trends, and potential GMP impact, and recommend corrective action where necessary.
• Perform routine and non-routine analyses using compendial and internal sources.
• Maintain good laboratory technique to avoid cross-contamination or sample misidentification.
• Train others as skills and knowledge allow.
• Participate in laboratory investigations as required.
• Write routine assay protocols or conduct assay, process, or instrument qualifications as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree