Quality Control Lab Specialist

Company: Avantor
Location: Bethlehem
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

Job SummaryUnder moderate supervision, responsible for completing product quality checks. Conducts routine testing and analysis of production work. Quality checks are typically reviewed for accuracy. Documents quality control issues as needed.Why Avantor?

• Full-Time Health Benefits on Your First Day
• Quarterly Incentive Bonuses paid
• Competitive Time off Package (PTO and Holidays)
• Employee Stock Options
• Retirement Plan Options with company match
• Direct HireWhat does the position do?
  • Undertake testing of raw materials and finished goods to ensure they meet specification.
  • Solid understanding of wet chemistry, GC analysis, ICP-OES and other lab instrumentation desirable
  • In operation Quality Control, to include assessment of product and packing process to ensure consistency and conformity to associated SOPs.
  • Sample checks of finished batches in line with SQL techniques.
  • Batch form sign off ensuring alignment to GDP.
  • Proficient verification of training on Product Work Instructions/SOPs.
  • Monitoring completeness and effectiveness of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA's) and documenting these on internal Quality system.
  • Undertake Internal Audits of the Quality processes.
  • Ensure Continual Improvements undertaken, including the review and update of local work instructions in association with the Production Manager.
  • Participation in customer audits and any associated requirements pre and post audits.
  • Assist and participate with any Quality related training.What do you need to have?
    • Bachelors degree preferred, experience in lieu of education considered
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and ExcelWhat would be nice to have?
      • At least 1-2 years experience of Quality Control, including record keeping and batch traceability
      • Working knowledge and understanding/experience of a quality management system (ISO 9001)
      • Experience within a GMP environment desirable.
      • Knowledge of an ERP system is desirable, but full training will be given
      • High levels of attention to details essential
      • Self motivated, demonstrating initiative and is result orientated.
      • *Strives for continual improvement, demonstrates innovation and organizational agility
      • Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
      • Ability to prioritize workload and multi-task
      • Positive, upbeat, professional and hardworking with a "can do" demeanorWhat's the environment like?
        • This is a mixed role between an office and lab environment. It will require you to enter a warehouse environment at times.
        • This role will also involve wearing PPE, which will be provided.DISCLAIMER:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster, EEO is the Law Poster Supplement, and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision using the links below.3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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