Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Quality Lab Associate I — Chem Location: Marion, NC Positions: 6 Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST Pay Rate: $25.00- $28.00/hr on W2 Position Summary Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis on raw materials, solutions, and components following approved Standard Operating Procedures and test methods in an accurate and timely manner. Job Responsibilities: • Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques. • Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed. • Prepare test solutions, compounds, standards or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests. • Follow laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed. • Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards. • Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals. • Operate lab equipment such as pipets, burets, balances, hot plates, etc. • Review samples received, logs samples, and enter data into computer database (LIMS) • Responsible for general housekeeping of laboratory and test suites • Sustain a clean and safe work environment utilizing 6S principles • Perform routine laboratory and safety audits Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Computer literate/knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel). • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. • Must have a basic understanding of laboratory instrumentation. • Good documentation skills and knowledge of GDPs (Good Documentation Practices). • Able to manage multiple tasks/priorities in a timely manner. • Familiarity with LIMS (or equivalent system) and Trackwise. • Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers. • Must be have basic knowledge of general chemistry techniques. Required Education and Experience • B.S. degree in Science; Chemistry major preferred • 0-2 years of experience; minimum 1 year experience in Pharmaceutical/Medical Device industry preferred Other Duties as Assigned This job description 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. Overtime is worked as required.