QC Scientist II

Job Title: QC Scientist II
Location: Fair Lawn, NJ
Duration: 1 year+ (Possible Extension)

Pay Range: $40 - $45/hr. on W2
Shift: 2nd Shift - Monday to Friday, 4 pm to 12 am
 
Job Description:
Group: Life Sciences and Laboratory Products Group (LSLPG)
Division/Business Unit: Laboratory Chemicals Division (LCD)/Laboratory Analytical Reagents (LAR)
 
A Day in the Life:

• Perform fit-for-purpose testing, following operating procedures, in support of manufacturing including in-line and finished product release testing using various analytical techniques.
• Prepare standards and samples for analysis and run instrumentation with minimum supervision, as needed.
• Document and report analytical testing data in LIMS Database and in a laboratory notebook following good documentation practices.
• Assist in out of specification investigations by performing relevant testing and documenting appropriately.
• Make recommendations to method development chemist(s) regarding opportunities to optimize instrumentation methods; provide general feedback on non-instrumentation method opportunities as well.
• Apply knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Processes focusing on supporting continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain general lab housekeeping.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 years (5 years preferred) of industry or other relevant market experience, preferably in chemistry or bio/pharmaceutical industry.
• Hands-on experience with wet chemistry and basic Analytical instruments is required.
• Hands-on proficiency with HPLC/UPLC, GC, GC-MS, and other advanced instruments is preferred.

 
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience running chromatography and spectroscopy-related instruments (HPLC/LC-MS/GC/UV-VIS/IR/) with technical proficiency.
• Familiarity with Analytical test methods including Client, USP/NF, EP/BP, JP, FCC strongly preferred.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) with attention to detail, including problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with reviewing laboratory notebooks and understanding testing performed using various Analytical Chemistry techniques and instrumentation.
• Effective problem-solving abilities using Lean methods.
• Engage in process improvement initiatives to identify cost savings to the business.