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QC Chemist I

Greenwood, SC 29646

Posted: 09/08/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Quality and Compliance Job Number: 581053 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target Pay Rate: 26-33/hr **salary will be commensurate with experience 

Job Description: 
  • Performs various test procedures to determine the quality and uniformity of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in compliance with company specifications, quality standards, and government regulations in support of the hard capsule, liquid filled capsule, and ingredients business.
  • Performs analytical testing of raw materials, finished products, and in-process samples within a cGMP/cGLP environment utilizing instrumentation (HPLC, GC, ICP, FTIR, UV) and wet chemistry
  • Performs calibration, qualification, maintenance and inventory of laboratory instruments, equipment, standards and chemicals.
  • Assures compliance with company standards and specifications, government regulations, and compendia guidelines
  • Anticipates, identifies, and troubleshoots potential problems involving analytical instruments and test method improvement
  • Shares work in a team setting to execute planned and unplanned projects related to testing and personal development.
  • Maintains detailed records and peer reviews documentation.
  • Transfers, writes, and updates Standard Operating Instructions, Policies, Specifications, and spreadsheets.
  • Writes CAPAs and performs laboratory investigations
  • Trains fellow colleagues after becoming the subject matter expert
  • Performs all job functions with integrity and with the safety of themselves and fellow colleagues in mind.
  • Must be able to work 40 hours a week, which may include weekends, holidays, etc.
  • Must be able to work additional hours/days as business needs dictate.
  • Attendance in the plant site is considered an essential function.
  • Provides backup for other chemists and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree: Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or equivalent field.
  • Strong proficiency with word processing, database and statistical computer software (Excel, Minitab, etc.)
  • Strong and professional communication skills. (written and verbal)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with standard and advanced laboratory equipment.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.

Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.