Analyst I Quality Jobs

Analyst I Quality - Rotating 12 Hour Shift - Newark, De

The Analyst I Quality will perform testing on the finished product, in-process, or raw material samples in either the chemistry or microbiology lab to provide analytical information to support the manufacturing process and ensure the product meets specification and consumer safety standards.

Main Responsibilities:

Technical/Functional:

• Position requires ability to operate on rotating shift schedule.
• Analyze and report results via LIMS and communicate/present test results and pertinent information to appropriate persons.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration procedures on laboratory equipment.
• Assist in labeling off-quality material as needed.
• Conduct testing in accordance with SOP's.
• Sample raw material and finished product containers.
• Accurately and consistently perform routine testing in the QC lab.
• Prepare and qualify reagents as required.

Quality:

• Follow all standard lab procedures and testing methods.
• Comply with CGMP, GLP, FSSC, and ISO 9001 standards, both in the laboratory and in the plant.
• Ensure documentation and records are maintained according to plant procedures and the quality system.
• Suggest changes to procedures and methods as needed.
• Assure lab equipment is kept clean and in good working order.
• Maintain accurate records of all test resuits and report them in a timely manner in allgnment with the quality system.

Safety/Health/Environment:

• Ensures disposal of all laboratory wastes is in compliance with regulatory and plant guidelines
• Conduct all lab procedures in a manner that protects the safety & health of self & other individuals.
• Assist in maintaining, at a high level, all laboratory safety equipment and cleanliness/housekeeping standards
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ensure all work is conducted with respect to safety precautions, equipment safety devices
• Conduct all work in compliance with systems for maintaining a safe workplace (Management of Change, Environmental Management System, PSM etc.)
• Support the site behavioral based safety program by participating in observations and providing constructive feedback for safety improvement. Carry out safety risk assessments for lab activities
• Participate in plant safety initiatives
• Take personal responsibility to raise safety concerns and be part of the resolution

Communication:

• Provide and/or respond to information requests in a timely and complete manner.
• Demonstrate an attitude of respect and professional interaction with others to stay informed and inform others as appropriate.
• Demonstrate an attitude of respect and professional interaction with others.
• Effectively utilize all communication systems (telephone, voicemail, electronic mail, memos, posting) to stay informed and inform others as appropriate.
• + Ensure all key stakeholders in your areas of responsibility have required information in a timely manner.
• Provide and/or respond to information requests in a timely and complete manner.
• Proactively communicate issues and ideas for improvement.

Job Requirements

Education / Experience:

• Familiarity with basic laboratory equipment and analytical testing procedures preferred.
• Minimum High School Degree with Associates of Applied Science Degree preferred in chemical technology, microbiology, or related fields of study or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6 months to 2 years experience in a testing laboratory or equivalent with experience in a chemistry lab preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Competencies:

• Familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) desired.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, and cGMPs desired.
• Computer literacy with MS Office, email, Internet, etc.
• Good math and analytical skills (ability to perform calculations).