Qc Analyst

Pillar5 Pharma Inc., an industry leading Canadian CDMO specializing in off-the-shelf sterile pharmaceuticals for the North American market, has an opening for a Quality Control Analyst in Arnprior, ON. Reporting to the Quality Control Team Lead, your main objective 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.

**Salary and Compensation**:

- $50,000 - $65,000 a year.
- Comprehensive benefits and time-off package.
- Part of Pillar5 Profit Sharing Plan.
- Employer Contributed Savings Plans.

**Why Us?**
- We are a proud Canadian company in a small town, and we care about our shared environment.
- We provide a safe and clean work environment.
- We offer flexible work policies and encourage strong work-life balance.
- We encourage and drive personal and professional development within our organization.
- We have expanded our operations with a new facility, providing the opportunity for growth and new challenges.

Pillar5 Pharma celebrates diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location