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Actalent Quality Technician - Chemistry in Chanhassen, Minnesota
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Job Description
As a Quality Control Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for the sampling of all incoming raw materials for analytical and microbiological testing. You will gather and initiate chain-of-custody documentation for all finished goods samples from filling lines for analytical and microbiological testing. You will perform various laboratory tests, including FTIR, sensory, HPLC, ICP, wet chemistry techniques, and various microbiological testing (plate counts (TPC) and basic identification techniques) per United States Pharmacopeia (USP) test methods. Additionally, you will enter test sample results into the ERP or Quality system and release products from Quality Hold. You will support and provide quality expertise on product and testing out-of-specification (OOS) deviations and investigations. You will support corrective actions approved by the Quality Control Manager as a result of laboratory investigations, perform statistical analyses of quality control data, and create trending reports for management. You will also create or modify standard operating procedures (SOPs) in accordance with FDA, USP, and internal quality requirements.
Hard Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor degree in scientific discipline
2+ years
Routine microbiological tests – plate counts (TPC) and basic identification techniques
Wet chemistry techniques
Sample preparation and analysis using FTIR, pH meter, sensory, HPLC, and ICP
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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