Quality Control Analyst

  • Belcan
  • Myerstown, Pennsylvania
  • Full Time
Quality Control Analyst

Job Number: 358573

Category: QA /QC

Description: Job Title: Quality Control Analyst

Location: Myerstown, PA.

Zip Code: 17067

Start Date: Right Away

Worker Shift Start Time: 07:00 AM

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is in the Quality Assurance department and the incumbent will be expected to continuously learn Quality Assurance systems, manufacturing, and effectively engage in relationships with peers in the laboratories, Manufacturing/Production and personnel in other departments as needed. In addition, the drug product testing team is also responsible for ensuring over the counter drug products within the stability program are tested according to the stability schedule and meet shelf-life specifications. This is a fast-paced, energetic team that works together to meet aggressive throughput times to support a lean manufacturing operation. Focus is on Finished Goods testing.

Position Summary -

Perform the analysis on intermediates, and finished products, following prescribed procedures to provide the information base leading to intermediates/product disposition. Assist in troubleshooting and problem solving as directed.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

* Perform standard qualitative and quantitative analysis on in-process products, pure drug substances and finished pharmaceutical preparations employing accepted gravimetric and spectrophotometer procedures, in accordance with approved testing procedures of Client, the National Formulary (NF) and the United States Pharmacopoeia (USP).

* Utilize standard "bench" chemistry technique as well as sophisticated electronic instrumentation, including HPLC, spectrophotometer, viscometer, etc.

* Maintain records of all analysis information of assigned products on data sheets for permanent file and proper entry of information on laboratory forms.

* Evaluate all data obtained from analysis; if discrepancy or deviation occurs, consult with Supervisor and recommend additional testing if necessary.

* Perform routine analytical testing of in-process, finished Bulk products and Stability products to determine that the materials meet compendia and/or company standards.

* Adhere to the pertinent aspects of Corporate and plant safety programs and adhering to GMP"s, ISO standards or other regulations.

* Assist in investigating non-compliance investigations.

* Assist with troubleshooting analytical methodology and instrumentation malfunctions.

* Perform special assignments as directed by supervisor.

Requirements/Preferences: Education Minimum Requirement Bachelor"s Degree

Skills & Competency Requirements

* At least 1 year of lab experience needed (outside of bachelor"s degree), preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.

* A working knowledge of statistics, data processing and good manufacturing practices is needed.

* Knowledge, practical application, and understanding of analytical chemistry is required to perform the functions of this position.

* Good working knowledge of advanced laboratory instrumentation and personal computer skills are required.

* Experience in wet analytical methods and instrumentation techniques preferred; HPLC, UV, GC, IR, and AA preferred.

Preference

A thorough understanding of National Formulary (NF); United States Pharmacopoeia (USP); and European Pharmacopoeia (EP) testing procedures, as well as US Pharmaceutical Industry

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Location: Myerstown , PA

Minimum Experience (yrs): 1+

Required Education: High School Diploma

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Job ID: 484847624
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025

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