Qc Analyst

We manufacture the products you use everyday to stay healthy - eye drops, allergy medication and other off-the-shelf pharmaceuticals from some of the largest pharma companies in the world; and we do it all from the small community of Arnprior.

**We are currently recruiting for a full-time temporary person to join us as a QC Analyst.**

Reporting to the Quality Control Team Lead, the role of the Quality Control Analyst is to perform chemical analysis of raw materials or manufactured goods in an accurate, precise, and timely manner. Analysis will be conducted according to the item’s specific test requirements and will entail the QC Analyst’s knowledge and use of a variety of analytical instruments. The QC Analyst is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

**Responsibilities**:

- Schedules and performs required chemical and physical tests on semi-finished and finished goods, raw materials, and stability samples.
- Prepares and analyzes samples for analysis.
- Prepares, operates, and troubleshoots analytical instrumentation used during analysis.
- Works independently and within teams to achieve department objectives.
- Records test results in keeping with documentation standards.
- Recommends solutions and process improvements in quality control testing or in manufacturing.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- University Degree or college diploma in a relevant scientific discipline (chemistry preferred), with several years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Other combinations of technical training and experience will be considered.
- Laboratory experience in preparation and analysis of samples for chemical analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated planning, organizational, and time management skills.
- Experience in routine maintenance and troubleshooting and analytical instrumentation.
- Experience with documentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven and demonstrated knowledge of laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, GC, FTIR, NIR, AA Spectroscopy, UV-VIS Spectroscopy).
- Experience with computerized laboratory instrumentation and knowledge of computerized information systems.
- Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability