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QC Analyst I

Vacaville, CA 95688

Posted: 10/18/2023 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Quality and Regulatory Affairs Job Number: 11450 Pay Rate: $26.00 - $28.00 Remote Friendly:

Job Description


Our client is a leading biotechnology company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and commercializes medicines to treat patients with serious or life-threatening medical conditions. They are among the world's leading biotech companies, with multiple products on the market and a promising development pipeline.


Description:
  • Responsible for sampling and testing of utility systems and manufacturing process spaces in Vacaville.
  • Perform routine and non-routine sample collection according to cGMPs.
  • Perform a broad variety of basic to complex sample collection and tests in support of lab operations.
  • Perform assays/laboratory maintenance functions.
  • Prepare basic and complex laboratory reagents.
  • Perform data verification and review against established acceptance criteria.
  • Identify and initiate discrepancies and evaluate cause.
  • Understand theory of assays; use SOPs, validation protocols, specifications, trends, and expertise to propose solutions to assay issues.
  • Coaching of others in assay/laboratory functions using technical expertise.
  • Order and maintain lab supply inventory.
  • Identify assay anomalies.
  • Anticipate problems and notify supervisor.
  • Identify problems and propose solutions to systems, procedures, and training materials.
  • Understanding/knowledge of QC Microbiology systems.
  • Assume responsibility for training and communication of issues.
  • Understanding of and adherence to global systems and GMP Compliance requirements/regulations.
  • Assist in preparing for internal and external inspections by ensuring laboratory is inspection ready at all times.
  • Coordinate with customers to support operational activities.
  • Perform other duties as requested by supervisor/manager to support Quality.

Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to organize and present information both formally and informally.
  • Ability to create environment of strong team spirit and diversity.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of scientific theories, principles, and techniques used in analytical or biological test procedures.
  • Routinely exercises sound judgment, reasoning, and problem solving.
  • Capable of working under moderate supervision, independently and as a team, and determining own short-term priorities.
  • Develop ability to influence using technical and personal reasoning.
  • Capable of completing assigned responsibilities and keeping supervisor informed.
  • Capable of lifting up to 30lbs (on flat ground and up stairs) and standing for prolonged periods of time.
  • Able to work in process space areas requiring gowning and mask as well as pass vision screening.
  • Able to work in a laboratory environment in the presence of hazardous materials.
  • Able to use stairs, ladders, stoop, bend, and kneel as required for gowning and sampling procedures.
  • Must be able to work Day and/or Swing Shift and weekends.

Job Requirements

Education:
  • B.S. / B.A degree.
  • 0-3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Degrees are preferably in relevant scientific discipline and experience is in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Experience with classified cleanroom gowning and utility systems.

Meet Your Recruiter

Lexie Pierce
Recruiter

As a Compass recruiter, Lexie brings in 15 years of experience in leadership and employee growth and development. She's incredibly passionate about helping candidates find and accept new opportunities, ultimately leading her to start her recruiting career in the life science industry. Her favorite part about connecting with Compass candidates and clients is witnessing the excitement the candidates exude and making an impact on their lives.

 

Outside of the office, Lexie enjoys going to the farmers' market on Saturdays with her son so she can find the best produce to use in her family dinners. She enjoys cooking, reading, knitting, restoring furniture, and spending time with her family and friends. Lexie is also passionate about supporting organizations that are looking to educate the community about Congenital Heart Defects (CHD).

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