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QC Technician I

Houston, TX 77047

Posted: 03/18/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Quality and Compliance Job Number: 600926 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range; 20-25/hr
*Depending on experience

Summary:

Responsible for performing sampling, routine and specialized testing of raw materials in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Responsible for subcontract sample preparation, shipment, and receipt of associated data.

Bachelor's Degree in Scientific Discipline required

Description:
  • Performs sampling of raw materials per approved procedures and specifications.
  • Performs routine and specialized raw material testing according to Standard Operating Procedures and Pharmacopeia methods, in compliance with cGMP.
  • Communicates with subcontract labs to obtain information regarding capabilities, test timelines, and costs for testing unable to be performed in-house. Prepares sample shipments and submission paperwork for contract laboratory testing.
  • Performs project related tasks as assigned with general instructions.
  • Initiates and assists with OOS/deviation investigations.
  • Writes and revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Performs general lab support activities such as housekeeping, equipment maintenance, inventory/ordering of supplies.
  • Maintains compliance with all required training.
  • Trains other analysts on basic procedures.
  • Runs analytical method transfer and qualification/validation experiments per approved protocols and with general instruction.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills
  • Prior experience with raw material testing such as wet ID, spectroscopy, titration, pH, osmolality, and/or conductivity
  • Knowledge of basic and specialized lab equipment.

Knowledge
  • Demonstrates a solid understanding of cGMP principles. Able to identify breach of cGMP principles. Acquires and documents training on all laboratory general tasks and is capable of performing assigned test methods and using associated instrumentation.
  • Understanding of basic laboratory equipment and aseptic technique a plus.

Computer Skills
  • Proficient in the use of spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.
  • Prior experience with SAP and TrackWise a plus

Decision Making
  • Able to propose ideas during problem solving, root cause analysis, and process improvement events. Provides suggestions for improvement to documentation and workflows.

Communication
  • Writing is typically free of punctuation, spelling and grammatical errors
  • Provides timely, clear, and accurate updates without being prompted.
  • Records test results and maintains raw data and accurate laboratory records.

Teamwork
  • Dependable and able to work well within a team. Capable of effectively representing the department in meetings and on project teams
  • Leads by example and offers guidance to co-workers with respect to compliance and personal interactions.

Initiative
  • Is willing to turn ideas into action - to make things happen. Does not procrastinate.
  • Has a can-do attitude and is solution focused.

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.