QC Analyst

Testing of pharmaceutical substances e.g. raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with clients' procedures and quality systems. Main focus will be GC and HPLC analysis, along with a range of other analytical techniques as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Receive training from SGS and client and get qualified in relevant analytical techniques. Maintain own training 100% current. Train other analysts where appropriately qualified
• Carry out testing in accordance to the valid testing procedures and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that laboratory equipment is well maintained, and calibrations are carried out at the designated frequencies
• Manage inventory and status of materials required for analysis
• When qualified to do so, verify and review results generated by other analysts for compliance with requirements
• Ensure correct data entry to LIMS
• Assessment of testing results generated in the laboratory and close out of batch analysis
• Ensure that all target dates are met. Update visibility tools and communicate status of testing at meetings
• Maintain laboratories to a high housekeeping standard
• Ensure high standard of lab records, with work completed Right First Time and on time
• Write and maintain necessary documentation (SOPs, methods, reports etc)
• Work as part of the team ensuring customer expectations are met and exceeded. Support achievement of client and SGS Key Performance Indicators, such as around investigations, training, productivity and on-time testing
• Notify appropriate contact and document results and investigations for any atypical or aberrant results
• Lead Laboratory investigations and deviations if required
• Maintenance of a safe working environment, in a state of audit readiness
• Identification and implementation of safety, environmental, quality and service improvements
• Work with their leader to ensure self-development and progression

Qualifications

Education and training:

• Science Graduate in Chemistry or equivalent science education (Level 7)
• Necessary job experience: At least 2 years' (PQE) experience in a GMP laboratory. GMP experience is a minimum requirement for this position.
• Professional requirements: Demonstrated Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices, Data Integrity and sound knowledge of analytical technologies (HPLC, GC, KF, IR, PSD, Xray, Wet chemistry)
• Good organizational skills and strong communication – written and verbal
• Team player, flexible to evolving needs with a strong customer service mentality
• Excellent quality and safety standards
• Aptitude in lab computer systems, including LIMS and Trackwise

Additional information

Expected Behaviors:

• Integrity, flexibility, working under own initiative
• Strong analytical ability and associated problem solving
• Results and performance driven
• Good time management & attention to detail
• Professionalism; with the client, contractors and colleagues at all times
• Compliance with SGS and client policies and procedures

To apply please submit your CV.

Candidates must be immediately eligible to work in Ireland, this is a site based role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.