Entry Level Pharmaceutical Quality Control Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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.