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Element Staffing Services

SC · On-site

The Quality Control Chemist I (QCC) reports to Quality Control (QC) Management. * Perform release ... The QCC will stay current on publications released by USP, FDA and other pertinent regulating ...

SCA Pharma

Chemist I

Windsor, CT · On-site

SCA Pharma is an FDA 503B outsourcing facility providing customized medications for hospitals and ... The Quality Control (QC) Chemist I is an entry level position for individuals who use their ...

SCA Pharmaceuticals, LLC

Chemist I

Windsor, CT · On-site

SCA Pharma is an FDA 503B outsourcing facility providing customized medications for hospitals and ... The Quality Control (QC) Chemist I is an entry level position for individuals who use their ...

Actalent

Chemist

Lincoln, NE

$22 - $25/hr

Chemist We are seeking a dedicated Chemist to join our laboratory team, where you will be ... Work Environment The role is based in a FDA/USDA/EU regulated lab environment with approximately 30 ...

Actalent

Chemist

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Chemist We are seeking a dedicated Chemist to join our laboratory team, where you will be ... Work Environment The role is based in a FDA/USDA/EU regulated lab environment with approximately 30 ...

Piney Technical Services

Chemist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

... FDA. * Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements ... Lab Environment, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Chemistry Techniques, Reporting Results, Safety ...

Synergy

Analytical Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Ensure laboratory activities meet FDA regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures. * Graduate degree in chemistry. * 7-10 years of analytical chemistry and R&D experience, including ...

Synergy Bioscience company

$90 - $130/hr

Ensure laboratory activities meet FDA regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures. * Graduate degree in chemistry. * 7-10 years of analytical chemistry and R&D experience, including ...

synergy

WI · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Ensure laboratory activities meet FDA regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures. * Graduate degree in chemistry. * 7-10 years of analytical chemistry and R&D experience, including ...

Synergy Bioscience company

Analytical Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Ensure laboratory activities meet FDA regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures. * Graduate degree in chemistry. * 7-10 years of analytical chemistry and R&D experience, including ...

synergy

Analytical Chemist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Ensure laboratory activities meet FDA regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures. Requirements * Graduate degree in chemistry. * 7-10 years of analytical chemistry and R&D experience ...

synergy

Analytical Chemist

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Ensure laboratory activities meet FDA regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures. * Graduate degree in chemistry. * 7-10 years of analytical chemistry and R&D experience, including ...

PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS

PET Chemist

Salem, VA · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Hours: 11 pm - 7am or 12am to 8am Role Summary:      As a PET Chemist, you will play an ... Familiarity with a GMP manufacturing environment and working with FDA and FDA cGMP regulations ...

PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS

PET Chemist

Salem, VA · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Hours: 11 pm - 7am or 12am to 8am Role Summary:      As a PET Chemist, you will play an ... Familiarity with a GMP manufacturing environment and working with FDA and FDA cGMP regulations ...

SCA Pharma

Chemist I

Windsor, CT · On-site

SCA Pharma is an FDA 503B outsourcing facility providing customized medications for hospitals and ... The Quality Control (QC) Chemist I is an entry level position for individuals who use their ...

PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS

PET Chemist

Salem, VA · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Hours: 11 pm - 7am or 12am to 8am Role Summary:      As a PET Chemist, you will play an ... Familiarity with a GMP manufacturing environment and working with FDA and FDA cGMP regulations ...

PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS

PET Chemist

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Hours: 11 pm - 7am or 12am to 8am Role Summary:      As a PET Chemist, you will play an ... Familiarity with a GMP manufacturing environment and working with FDA and FDA cGMP regulations ...

BioPhase Solutions

CA

$40 - $50/hr

Knowledge of quality systems, FDA and compendium requirements * Experience executing method ... wet chemistry, etc.). * Demonstrated excellence in LC/GC analyses. * Experience with complex ...

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Quality Control Chemist (FDA Regulated)

Element Staffing Services

SC • On-site

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Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

This is a permanent, full-time, salaried position with an amazing nutraceutical manufacturing company! Apply today!


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • The Quality Control Chemist I (QCC) reports to Quality Control (QC) Management.
  • Perform release, stability and special request testing of finished products and raw materials following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), in-house test methods, and/or compendial methods.
  • Train on the operation of the following instrumentation but not limited to: Laboratory Balances, High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Automated Titrators, FTIR, UV/Vis Spectrophotometer, Polarimeter, Dissolution and Disintegration Instrumentation. The operation of additional instrumentation and the need to train on new laboratory test methods when required.
  • The QCC will stay current on publications released by USP, FDA and other pertinent regulating bodies to ensure the Quality Control laboratory complies in the areas of analytical applications, release specifications, and documentation practices.
  • The QCC will assist QC management and/or designee in resolving Out of Specification (OOS) results in the QC Laboratory. Communicate effectively with QC management and with the Out-of-Specification/Trend Coordinator when suspect results are generated as well as with the Stability Coordinator when needed.
  • The QCC will assist in training new laboratory personnel and document training in accordance with established laboratory SOPs and the company training program.
  • The QCC will follow Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) documentation guidelines to record all procedures in a timely fashion.
  • Maintain a safe working environment and will ensure that all equipment used in the testing procedures is calibrated and properly maintained.
  • The QCC will compete specific projects assigned by management and other necessary functions.
  • Perform other assigned duties as may be required in meeting company objectives.
  • Communicate effectively with other departments within the organization and function within a team environment
  • Regular attendance is required


Minimum Requirements : The QCC will have 0 - 5 years of laboratory experience working in a cGMP environment preferred. Experience preferred with operation of laboratory instrumentation including Gas Chromatography (GC) and/or Liquid Chromatography (LC), troubleshooting, generation and revision of operating procedures and test methods. Effective interpersonal, self-motivation skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of personnel are required.


Education and Experience: A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Chemistry


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