Pharmaceutical QC Chemist

Pay: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Description
First Priority, Inc. is the animal health industry's premier manufacturer and supplier of generic pharmaceutical products located in Elgin, IL. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented
Pharmaceutical QC Chemist
to join our team. The QC Chemist will play a crucial role in ensuring our organization runs lab operations efficiently and smoothly meeting our customers expectations.
This position will work a Tuesday through Friday 10 hour shift schedule.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Analyze raw materials, finished products, and stability samples by HPLC and other specialized testing methodologies. Provide support to other QC lab personnel as required.
Requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Test raw materials, finished products, stability samples by HPLC and other specialized testing methodologies (including proper documentation of all test results).
Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
Prepare test solutions, compounds, standards or reagents for lab use.
Use of general lab instrumentation such as pipettes, burettes, balances, pH meters etc.
Test samples supporting process validations and cleaning validations (including proper documentation of all test results).
Provide support for the complete testing of raw material/vendor qualification.
Conduct laboratory testing and analysis to ensure products meet quality standards set by regulatory bodies and company standards.
Utilize scientific knowledge and techniques to accurately perform testing.
Follow established procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy of results.
Troubleshoot and report any issues with testing results.
Document and maintain accurate records of all testing.
Communicate effectively to provide updates on the status of testing.
Ensure compliance with all safety and quality regulations.
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace.
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to improve quality and efficiency.
Maintain and qualify reference standards.
Procure lab supplies, chemicals, glassware and equipment.
Follow proper health and safety guidelines (i.e. PPE, safety regulations, etc.).
Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times.
Perform other duties and special assignments as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience:
Minimum BS degree in Chemistry or related field
0-3 years’ experience in a QC lab setting. Preferably in pharmaceuticals but not required.
Experience with HPLC analysis preferable but not required.
Experience using empower software preferable but not required.
Familiarity with USP/NF and other compendia preferable but not required.
Experience in wet chemistry with some use of instruments
TRAINING:
On the job training:
MSDS/Hazardous Awareness
cGMP
Training to conduct tests for the release of raw materials, stability samples and finished products
IR spectrophotometer and UV/VIS spectrophotometer
HPLC and other instruments and complete testing of raw materials as per compliance requirements
Appropriate SOP’s per department requirements
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to multi-task running equipment and documenting data
Perform mathematical calculations by hand or with software
Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot problems
Ability to follow directions to accurately perform test
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Lab environment involving chemicals, solvents, gasses, and glassware
Laboratory bench work and documentation
Working independently with minimal supervision
Low to medium noise level
Temperature controlled environment
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Computer to create or update forms and documents use in the lab
Phone
Fax machine
Copy machine
HPLC systems
UV/VIS spectrophotometer
IR spectrophotometer
Dissolution apparatus
Viscometer
Conductivity/pH meter
Karl Fisher
TLC apparatus
GC instrument
Furnace, ovens, burners, etc.
Balances
pH meter
Stir plates and hot plates
Moistures meter
Use of burettes for titrations
Lab glassware such as flask, beaker, graduated cylinder
Various other instruments and apparatus
Appropriate  personnel protective equipment (when necessary)
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.