Quality Lab Associate 3Rd Shift

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Summary:

The Quality Lab Associate I will be located at the Drug Delivery Chemistry Laboratories, Round Lake, IL. The Position encompasses the biological, chemical and physical analyses on pharmaceutical products (biologics and drugs) through all stages of the manufacturing process from incoming raw materials to finished goods, and environmental monitoring programs.

This is a third shift position but will be required to work on weekends to support training of analysts and to support projects and/or production, as required.

A candidate must not be allergic to Penicillin and Cephalosporin or their related products and /or materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR and cGMP regulations.
• Maintain and meet the highest standards in quality, customer service and regulatory compliance.
• Proactively and cooperatively communicate with peers and management to ensure awareness of progress and issues; recommend solutions when issues arise.
• Participate in functions involving teams, which impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality.
• Document the completion of testing in Notebooks, Controlled documents, Forms and LIMS and maintain accurate and complete quality records.
• Perform laboratory and manufacturing audits as required. Audit and update, as required, plant SOPs.
• Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC etc) and computer systems to collect and record data.
• Investigate deviations and write exception/OOL/OOS/OOT documents.
• Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on Raw Materials, Initial, In-process and Final products, and samples collected from environmental monitoring programs at Baxter manufacturing facilities. Work under minimum supervision.
• Other projects as assigned.
• Support improvement projects and drive efficiency through utilization of LEAN management principles (i/e/ 6S, Kaizens etc).
• Perform advanced assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of biology and chemistry principles.
• Follow, understand and comply with Baxter SOP’s and policies on cGMP’s and safety. Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area, and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas.
• Perform equipment maintenance and calibrations as required.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of GLP, cGMP requirements and familiar with USP/ICH guidelines is preferred but not required
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Occasional weekend work required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude in a highly dynamic environment
• Knowledge of Empower CDS and LIMS is preferred but not required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pound when required

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry or Science related degree with 6 months or more of experience.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career.At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.To that end, this position has a salary range of $52,000 to 132,000 and also includes an annual incentive bonus, The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location

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The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.

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