WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Conduct Quality Control Testing:
- Perform chemical and physical laboratory tests to determine if materials meet quality specifications.
- Evaluate raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products for compliance with company and state specifications.
- Perform QC sampling of materials and products.
- Conduct routine quantitative HPLC analysis on a variety of sample matrices. This includes sample preparation, system calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Perform microbial detection by qPCR, including sample preparation using aseptic techniques.
- Conduct Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd) detection by RT-PCR Lamp and qPCR technology, including plant root sample collection and preparation using aseptic techniques.
- Perform water microbiological analysis, including water collection, preparation, and analysis utilizing Petrifilm microbial testing.
- Perform QC flower inspection utilizing handheld digital microscope, moisture content analyzer, and water activity meter.
- Environmental Monitoring:
- Conduct semi-quantitative microbial assessments via surface and settle plate sampling.
- Identify and subculture microorganisms; arrange for speciation of unidentified strains.
- Perform ATP swab testing for surface cleanliness.
- Monitor and record facility environmental conditions.
- Daily Verifications:
- Confirm and verify that all cultivation, processing, packaging, and manufacturing SOPs are being followed; responsibilities are being conducted; documented and up to date.
- Perform daily in-process verifications.
- Communicate issues, report findings, and follow-up on corrective actions.
- Laboratory Operations and Maintenance:
- Prepare and/or standardize solutions for testing.
- Maintain stock of laboratory supplies and chemicals.
- Keep accurate logbook records of testing analysis, inspection of raw materials and products and material retains, as well as other records as required.
- Perform routine instrument calibration, maintenance and minor repairs.
- Clean glassware and refill/replace items/solutions as needed.
- Store supplies and equipment and dispose of waste per state regulations.
- Quality Assurance Support:
- Assist in approving and releasing materials from inventory for use in facility.
- Assist in the investigation of product complaints.
- Manage lab documentation and support manufacturing efforts as needed.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Comply with established safety standards for proper use, safe handling, and disposal of harmful chemicals, substances, and hazardous wastes.
- Adhere to cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing practices.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Other Duties:
- Perform other duties as required.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must not have been convicted of any felony offenses pursuant to state statutes.
- QA/QC Experience a plus.
- Knowledge of cGMP manufacturing preferred.
- Minimum 1-2 years' experience in HPLC Analysis preferred.
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience conducting microbial analysis using pPCR and/or plating preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite.
- Analytical with the ability to collect and interpret data.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands.
- Ability to comply with established safety standards for the proper use, safe handling, and disposal of harmful chemicals, substances, and hazardous wastes.
- Experience effectively using computer systems, software, and hardware common to laboratories and recordkeeping procedures.
- Must be able to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- The performance of this position normally requires exposure to manufacturing areas where the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, and hygienic precautions, such as hairnets, are required.