Job Title: Quality Control Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated QC Lab Technician to join our analytical laboratory team. The position involves thorough examination and analysis of various samples, including pre-purchase materials, raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products. This role is integral to ensuring the quality and consistency of our products through precise chemical and analytical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Examine incoming samples, including pre-purchase, raw materials, work-in-progress, finished products, and others.
• Prepare and standardize chemical reagents for laboratory use.
• Operate GC-FID analysis for submitted samples, acting as the primary operator.
• Sample incoming products following documented GMPs and written protocols.
• Conduct inventories of compressed gases and notify QC Manager when usages exceed expectations.
• Assist the Quality Control Manager in developing, documenting, and executing new methodologies to meet evolving analytical needs.
• Perform regular internal inventories of parts, reagents, and supplies, facilitating reordering as necessary.
• Help compose analytical documentation, such as Certificates of Analysis, as requested by the Quality Control Manager.
• Perform scheduled calibrations of laboratory instruments.
• Review and validate data from GC components, and assist with data entry for all analyzed samples.
• Develop capability for informed organoleptic evaluation of submitted FCC products.
• Collect, label, and store retain quantities for all submitted samples.
• Execute additional duties as directed and appropriate for laboratory functions.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in chemistry and laboratory practices.
• Experience in physical science and analytical chemistry.
• Knowledge of QC, Quality Control, GC Analysis, and Gas Chromatography.
• Understanding of QA, Quality Assurance processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS degree in a field of physical science.
• One year of related laboratory experience preferred.