Analytical Lab Technician

Title: Analytical Lab Technician

Duration:  6 months - high likelihood of extension and conversion to FTE

Location: Onsite in Jefferson City, MO

Shift: 2/2/3 Rotating schedule 

• A shift: Day shift, 6:00am - 6:15pm
• B shift: Night shift, 6:00pm - 6:15am

Job Summary

We are seeking an individual to provide technical support for cosmetic and OTC (over the counter) raw material, bulk and finished product analysis and characterization through the design and utilization of analytical methods. They will have knowledge in chromatography (i.e. HPLC/GC, IC, etc.), wet chem (i.e. titration, etc.), spectroscopy (i.e. IR, UV, etc.) and physical characterization (i.e. rheology, etc.). They will have an awareness of instrument maintenance. The individual must have excellent communication skills, and interpersonal skills to work within a fast-paced team environment that requires the ability to handle multiple demands. Background in analytical chemistry is desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The lab is divided into three areas: Raw Materials, Analytical and Micro.
• Please refer to the training checklist, UMAs, SOPs, etc. as needed for specific area training and protocols.
• The ability to navigate all systems and applications needed to print/verify/enter required data and to perform required tests (i.e. PLM specifications, VIMES, Veeva, etc.)
• Calibration of equipment.
• Collection of samples for testing (i.e. raw materials, bulk product, finished good product, etc.)
• Perform bench laboratory work in support of analytical measurements, while adhering to all pertinent safety guidelines.
• Run the analytical methods to support raw material, bulk, and finished goods characterization.
• Maintain the instrumentation in good working order, ensuring that they are operating correctly.
• Test required products for microbial contamination (as needed).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Document data in a lab book (if needed), on batch records (i.e. batch card, batch release, etc.) and/or SAP adhering to the site quality system, generating SAP reports and/or dashboards/Power Bis where appropriate.
• Releasing or rejecting products based on documented data.
• Checking/Sending emails, chats, team notifications, etc. as needed (i.e. email release/reject notification, new changes to ways of working, etc.)
• Checking the various logs (i.e. calibration, drug lab book, etc.) and correcting errors as needed.
• Review appropriate UMAs, SOPs, etc. as needed.
• Understand the local and global quality procedures/requirements.
• Know, understand and be prepared for quality audits, for example FDA, 3rd party Quality Audit, RSPO Control Union Audit, UMS, etc.
• Participate in team operation projects for quality improvement and/or cost savings.
• This is not an all-inclusive list. Each area has different responsibilities. Training may start in one area but should progress to all areas depending on business needs.

Key Requirements

• Candidate must have at minimum a high school diploma (or GED equivalent)
• An associate degree in science, ideally in chemistry or related physical/biological sciences, is preferred. 
• The ideal candidate should also have one to two years of practical laboratory experience, preferably in an industry setting such as an analytical contract lab. 
• Knowledge of analytical techniques such as chromatography (HPLC/GC/IC), spectroscopy (e.g., UV, IR), wet chem (e.g. titration), sample preparation techniques, physical characterization (i.e. rheology, etc.). and an awareness of analytical data systems (e.g. SAP) is desired.
• UMS knowledge and experience are a plus.
• The ability to handle confidential information appropriately. Be able to apply good judgment in determining courses of action.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Work with a positive and professional attitude, keeping Safety and Quality as a priority.
• Communication skills, electronic, oral, and written, are essential, as well as the ability to write technical reports using Microsoft applications. This incumbent will deal with all levels of internal and external contact