Quality Control Scientist

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Perform quality operations by scheduling, setting up, and testing products (with and without established protocols), ensuring product quality and quantity throughout the testing process, and confirming proper training before performing assigned tasks. Maintain a safe and compliant lab environment by cleaning equipment and work areas after operations, coordinating waste disposal with Environmental Services personnel, and completing required compliance documentation. Communicate and document the status of processes, tests, equipment, and overall lab operations, promptly escalating any deviations to the supervisor. Prepare complete and accurate documentation at the conclusion of testing in accordance with quality guidelines, including recording deviations and ensuring all required logbooks are properly completed. Write, modify, and review analytical and test procedures to ensure alignment with current quality guidelines and Quality Control practices. Apply scientific knowledge to independently investigate technical issues, identify and implement process improvements, and make sound decisions based on experience and expertise. Maintain a safe and compliant work environment by following procedures and safety policies, resolving unsafe conditions, and ensuring good housekeeping in laboratory and work areas. Support team and organizational goals by assisting with training, providing technical guidance to coworkers, representing the department on cross-functional teams, and supporting audits as needed.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or other Life Science discipline.
5+ years of lab experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience of PC Operations.
Proficient in Laboratory Math Skills.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Extensive knowledge of analytical techniques and instrumentation.
Effective collaboration skills.
Demonstrated ability to critique results and communicate findings respectfully.
Willingness to adapt to changing roles throughout the organization, based on business demands.
Routine use of all hazard classes of chemicals.

Responsibilities

Perform quality operations by scheduling, setting up, and testing products (with and without established protocols), ensuring product quality and quantity throughout the testing process, and confirming proper training before performing assigned tasks.
Maintain a safe and compliant lab environment by cleaning equipment and work areas after operations, coordinating waste disposal with Environmental Services personnel, and completing required compliance documentation.
Communicate and document the status of processes, tests, equipment, and overall lab operations, promptly escalating any deviations to the supervisor.
Prepare complete and accurate documentation at the conclusion of testing in accordance with quality guidelines, including recording deviations and ensuring all required logbooks are properly completed.
Write, modify, and review analytical and test procedures to ensure alignment with current quality guidelines and Quality Control practices.
Apply scientific knowledge to independently investigate technical issues, identify and implement process improvements, and make sound decisions based on experience and expertise.
Maintain a safe and compliant work environment by following procedures and safety policies, resolving unsafe conditions, and ensuring good housekeeping in laboratory and work areas.
Support team and organizational goals by assisting with training, providing technical guidance to coworkers, representing the department on cross-functional teams, and supporting audits as needed.