QC Lab Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Swiftwater, PA (Job ID US3613377_BH9995439)

Description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seekingQuality Control Technician for a contract position at a global pharmaceutical client in Swiftwater PA.  If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.


Location: Swiftwater, PA
Compensation: $25/hr
Schedule:  M-F, 1st shift (8AM-4:30PM)
Duration: 3-6months, can go longer or permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

• Performs Quality Control testing and related activities in accordance with volume fluctuation, business need, and effective cGMP procedures.
• Responsible for QC laboratory operations and wet chemistry testing in the assigned area.
• Identifies, documents, and immediately escalates all quality deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, and equipment issues to the QC leadership team.
• Works to maintain the readiness and cleanliness of the QC laboratory and analytical instrumentation for continuous operation.
• Accurately completes all testing, documentation, and data review as required by cGMP and internal SOPs.
• Position includes responsibilities related to sample preparation, accurate solution preparation (titrants, reagents, standards), execution of wet chemistry assays (e.g., titrations, gravimetric analysis), instrumentation calibration checks, and meticulous record-keeping.
• Works with Senior QC Technicians and Managers to ensure analytical activities are performed with the highest level of data integrity and quality.
• Works to become trained and certified in all assigned QC analytical procedures and modules.
• Trains and orients new team members on specific wet chemistry techniques and QC documentation practices as assigned.

• Quality & Compliance (QC Focus) Follows all procedures put into effect to ensure your safety as well as the safety of others, particularly concerning safe chemical handling, waste disposal, and laboratory hygiene.
• Executes and documents complex wet chemistry analyses on in-process, finished product, or stability samples following validated methods.
• Prepares, standardizes, and maintains accurate records for all laboratory reagents, buffers, and titrants.
• Works to understand and strictly adhere to all cGMP regulations, FDA/CFR requirements, and data integrity principles within the laboratory setting.
• Identifies areas of analytical deficiency or procedural gaps to the leadership team and offers potential suggestions for improvements.
• Actively participates in Out-of-Specification (OOS) investigations, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) to ensure a quality product.
• Completes and meticulously reviews quality documentation (laboratory notebooks, test reports, logbooks, PDR's, etc.) accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) and PAI inspection readiness for the QC laboratory at all times.
• Maintains and performs operational checks on QC laboratory equipment (e.g., pH meters, balances, titrators, stirrers) to ensure proper function.
• Recommends and assists in writing changes to analytical procedures (SOPs) and other controlled documents when warranted.
• Assists in writing and supporting incident investigations, CAPAs, and change controls related to laboratory processes or test methods.

• High school diploma or GED with at least 6 months of experience in a laboratory setting (QC, R&D, or academic) involving hands-on experience with wet chemistry techniques.
• Will consider a recent BS in Chemistry (or related field) graduate with relevant undergrad research, co-op, or internship experience