QC Associate I (Direct Materials)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

QC Associate I, is responsible for the performance of direct materials testing in accordance with cGMP regulations. These duties include execution of laboratory testing, trend analysis, documentation review, support of discrepancies (OOS, OOT, OOE) and other laboratory support activities. In conjunction with Quality Control leadership, the QC Associate I works to meet departmental and organizational goals

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What you will get:

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $65,000 to $105,000. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) matching plan

• Life Insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Paid Time Off

What you will do:

• Perform testing of routine and non-routine samples and documents according to GMP

• Review data and assess against established acceptance criteria, identify discrepancies. Provide input to design of quality investigations and CAPA initiatives as needed.

• Perform routine lab maintenance; order and maintain lab supply inventory.

• Receive and provide training

• Coordinate with customers to support operational activities, identify and support resolution of technical problems.

• Consistently meeting production schedules, actively participate in group and project teamwork; project and process improvements.

• Adhere to GMP policies and procedures, including documentation activities.

What we are looking for: 

• B.S./B.A degree in Life Science or related field.

• Experience is in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry desirable.

• Apply understanding of USP, EP, JP, and ChP pharmacopeia standards to raw material testing.

• Maintain qualification in Chemistry testing, specifically Wet Chem ID, GC, and HPLC, to perform complex testing on direct materials.

•  Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of scientific theories, principles, and techniques used in analytical or biological test procedures.

• Actively collaborate with team members, document deviation and engage in problem solving.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.