Quality Control Analyst

Catalent • Winchester, KY

99d

About The Position

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. The Quality Control Analyst is an entry level position for individuals who use their understanding of science to perform the basic and critical experimental work of day-to-day analysis, including generation and analysis of data. Their work is “hands on” in an analytical lab and requires analytical testing, computer operating, record keeping, and report writing abilities. This position performs the quality testing needed for raw material, in-process, finished goods, stability, and cleaning validation analysis. This is a full-time on-site position: Monday-Friday 11:00pm-7:30am.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences (preferred Chemistry or Biology) is required.
• Experience is not required. Previous experience in Quality, Laboratory, Clinical or Chemical manufacturing role (including internships or co-op experience) is preferred.
• Previous pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.
• Ability to multi-task with high efficiency.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain efficiency.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Basic knowledge of lab safety and the ability to work safely with chemicals of varying potency.
• General computer literacy including use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform analytical testing while standing for long periods of time.
• Accurate testing on the first attempt under pressure of production details.
• This employee will assist other personnel with lifting of liquid containers and all objects of greater than 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient/reliable/high quality analytical testing in accordance with USP/NF/EP/JP/FCC/etc. or customer supplied guidelines.
• Typical testing may include Dissolution, Titration, Polarimetry, Loss on Drying, Viscosity, Residue on Ignition, Heavy Metal Content, FTIR, HPLC, and GC, etc.
• Maintain accurate written records of all analysis performed.
• Accurately interpret and effectively communicate analytical results and issues.
• Schedule daily tasks in an organized and efficient manner.
• General knowledge of the use and operation of basic laboratory equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform peer review of analytical testing and write up.
• Write SOPs on an as needed basis.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Diverse, inclusive culture.
• Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays.
• Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I.
• Dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
• Community engagement and green initiatives.
• Generous 401K match.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree