- Salary
- $26 – $29
- Location
- Torrance, CA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Manufacturing
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
QC Analytical Chemist I - Torrance, California
Rate: $26.00 to $29.00
●Analyzes raw material compounds, bulk and finished goods to determine chemical and physical properties.
●Complete routine review of QC test data and related documents for in-process samples, finished goods and stability samples.
●Follows established procedures and documents all findings and results timely, concisely, clearly and accurately.
●Prepares standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.
●Provide updates/escalations at daily and weekly site-specific and cross-site meetings.
●Aids in root cause analyses and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives related to quality issues, including product Out-of-Specifications, deviations and consumer complaints.
●Aids in improvements of the stability program, including initiating stability protocols, stability inventory schedules, stability pulls, ensuring timely testing of products, compiling stability reports, and trending data across the shelf-life of OTC products.
●Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
●Assists in the development, review, writing, and implementation of SOP's for quality functions to ensure compliance with all regulatory and GMP requirements.
●Experience with method development/qualification, tech transfer, QC testing, and laboratory deviations/investigations
●Experience with analytical testing methods (organoleptic, viscosity, pH, moisture, specific gravity, titration assays, FTIR) in cosmetic and OTC manufacturing environment to support QC testing, data reviews, & COA generation to support testing and release.
●Assessment of GMP systems currently in place to ensure compliance and provides solutions to improve quality systems.
●Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications
●Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment
●Works with development of formulas, processes, and methods for solution of technical problems.
●Strives toward continuous self-improvement in personal productivity.
●Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload and flexibility based upon changing priorities
●May aid in monitoring and trending raw material, in-process, finished goods and stability data results
Preferred:
●Demonstrated self-management skills, including establishing direction and goals, and building good work ethics for the team
●Experience with microbiological testing methods.
Qualifications:
●Minimum 3 years of experience in a QC Laboratory or regulated manufacturing environment preferred (cosmetics or OTC drugs a plus).
●Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences).
●Working knowledge and understanding of GMP, FDA regulations and quality systems, and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part 11/ 210/ 211).
●Knowledge of regulatory guidance and experience maintaining QC lab GMP compliance and audits
●Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
●Effective written and verbal communication skills.
●Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with electronic quality systems is a plus.
●Maintains an exemplary attendance and punctuality performance record.
●Adheres to all Prime Personnel Policies as established by the company.
What we are offering:
●Competitive compensation package.
●Health, dental, and vision benefits.
●401K program.
●The spirit of a startup with the security of an established, profitable industry leader.
●The opportunity to make waves in a $250B industry.
Rate: $26.00 to $29.00
●Analyzes raw material compounds, bulk and finished goods to determine chemical and physical properties.
●Complete routine review of QC test data and related documents for in-process samples, finished goods and stability samples.
●Follows established procedures and documents all findings and results timely, concisely, clearly and accurately.
●Prepares standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.
●Provide updates/escalations at daily and weekly site-specific and cross-site meetings.
●Aids in root cause analyses and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives related to quality issues, including product Out-of-Specifications, deviations and consumer complaints.
●Aids in improvements of the stability program, including initiating stability protocols, stability inventory schedules, stability pulls, ensuring timely testing of products, compiling stability reports, and trending data across the shelf-life of OTC products.
●Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
●Assists in the development, review, writing, and implementation of SOP's for quality functions to ensure compliance with all regulatory and GMP requirements.
●Experience with method development/qualification, tech transfer, QC testing, and laboratory deviations/investigations
●Experience with analytical testing methods (organoleptic, viscosity, pH, moisture, specific gravity, titration assays, FTIR) in cosmetic and OTC manufacturing environment to support QC testing, data reviews, & COA generation to support testing and release.
●Assessment of GMP systems currently in place to ensure compliance and provides solutions to improve quality systems.
●Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications
●Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment
●Works with development of formulas, processes, and methods for solution of technical problems.
●Strives toward continuous self-improvement in personal productivity.
●Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload and flexibility based upon changing priorities
●May aid in monitoring and trending raw material, in-process, finished goods and stability data results
Preferred:
●Demonstrated self-management skills, including establishing direction and goals, and building good work ethics for the team
●Experience with microbiological testing methods.
Qualifications:
●Minimum 3 years of experience in a QC Laboratory or regulated manufacturing environment preferred (cosmetics or OTC drugs a plus).
●Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences).
●Working knowledge and understanding of GMP, FDA regulations and quality systems, and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part 11/ 210/ 211).
●Knowledge of regulatory guidance and experience maintaining QC lab GMP compliance and audits
●Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
●Effective written and verbal communication skills.
●Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with electronic quality systems is a plus.
●Maintains an exemplary attendance and punctuality performance record.
●Adheres to all Prime Personnel Policies as established by the company.
What we are offering:
●Competitive compensation package.
●Health, dental, and vision benefits.
●401K program.
●The spirit of a startup with the security of an established, profitable industry leader.
●The opportunity to make waves in a $250B industry.
Skills
ExcelGMPFDACompliance
