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Croda

QC Analyst

Croda, Alabaster, AL, United States


QC Analyst- Product Release Team

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Location: Alabaster, AL
Location Address: 700 Industrial Park Drive, Alabaster, AL 35007

Be part of our journey
As a global leader in specialty chemicals, we continue to succeed and strengthen our delivery of innovative, sustainable and high-performance solutions. We are excited about developing and utilizing new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace.

Position Summary:
The QC Analyst is responsible for biological and chemical evaluation of raw materials, in process,
final release and stability samples ensuring compliance and timely completion of assigned task as well as
other auxiliary laboratory support functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory testing using standard laboratory procedures, principles, practices, concepts and theories.
- Works under the guidance of an experienced QC Analyst or Trainer to master task-specific SOPs until competency has been demonstrated and documented.
- Read and understand assigned protocols/SOPs.
- Collect, record and consolidate data in adherence to protocols/ SOPs ensuring compliant, accurate and traceable data.
- Track and communicate progress of testing activities.
- Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.
- Perform data entry for reports and maintain accurate records.
- Analyze data and troubleshoot out-of-specification results.
- Assist in the preparation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory and facility equipment.
- Promotes overall cleanliness/neatness of lab and storage areas.
- Communicate problems or potential issues in a timely manner.
- Review of testing/documentation to ensure accuracy, and compliance.
- Maintain an understanding of cGMP and compliance in an analytical laboratory setting.
- Perform regular upkeep of employee training records.
- Prepare and align individual performance goals with department goals.
- Complete company-required training programs.
- Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance as outlined in the company's Standard Operating Procedures, Chemical Hygiene Plan, Emergency Contingency Plan, training memoranda, policy memoranda, Safety Data Sheets, Specification Records, etc.

Education/ Experience:
Associate or bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline is preferred or relevant
experience. Entry level position up to 3 years of QC experience. All prior laboratory experience will be considered
towards of years of experience. Individual should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Skills and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail
- High level of integrity and reliability
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong Organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Ability to work both in a team environment and work independently

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, listen and hear
instruction, interact with customers, consumers, and/ or other employees. This position requires normal amount of
walking and standing. Employee must be able to bend at the waist and lift up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment:
This job will be split between a laboratory and office setting depending on the daily workflow and
given responsibilities.

Application Information:
Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans. This Organization Participates in E-Verify.