Analytical Lab Technician

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.

location: Jefferson City, Missouri
job type: Contract
salary: $25.00 - 26.19 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: High School

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, 3 rd 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.

qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, A.S. preferred
• 1-3 years of hands on lab experience required, analytical lab experience preferred

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skills: Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.