QA Technician - Afternoons
1151 Green Valley Rd London, ON N6N 1E4 CA
Job Description
- Competitive hourly wage
- 8 month contract with possibility of extension
- Access to our DailyPay Program
- Access to our ArchWorks Network
- Networking with professionals for future opportunities
- Employ safe work habits and complies with all applicable company safety requirements
- Provide daily production support which includes wet chemistry, analysis and technical support
- Ensure products are produced according to Bill of Material (BOM)
- Calculate and provide adjustments to products as required
- Direct and/or perform special laboratory analysis varying from CODs/BODs, enzymes, and products in any stage of the manufacturing process
- Sample, test and release critical raw materials controlled under GMP regulations
- Operate/Maintain laboratory instrumentation
- Coordinate microbiological testing and the auditing and release of personal care products
- Conduct audits and summarize data for management review
- Provide support to the plant with regard to waste minimization, environmental compliance, regulatory compliance, and timely dispositions of returns, discrepant product and materials
- Train and assist Plant Personnel in the use and standardization of laboratory equipment and procedures in their departments
- Train new lab personal in procedures, product analysis and instrumentation use and maintenance
- Ensure that present and new manufacturing and packaging BOM, components and labels are maintained concurrently with product specifications
- Maximize batch making efficiency by continuously improving and implementing BOM revisions
- Utilize SPC methods in Data Collection, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective/Prevention action effectiveness, and Cost Saving/Avoidance Analysis
- Support with the compliance and maintenance of GMP and ISO 9001/ISO 14001 documentation
- Perform GMP and ISO 9001& ISO 14001 audits as scheduled
- Communicate with R&D and Regulatory Department for process improvements as well as adjustments which are out of compliance for both the mixing area(products) and packaged goods
- Review, inspect and authorize the release of DIN products(GMP) as well as perform routine stability testing on Plant manufactured goods and imported DIN products
- Performs audits as required (i.e.: BBS, Gemba, Finished Product).
- Participate in continuous improvement activities such as 5 Why investigations, Kaizen, TPM
- Ability to change shifts to cover vacation and needs of the business
What you will need to be successful in this role:
- BSc in Chemistry or related sciences with minor in chemistry OR college equivalent education in chemistry.
- 1+ years experience in manufacturing/lab
- Ability to work under aggressive timelines and multiple task assignments
- Self-starter with ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Ability to work overtime (evenings and weekends)
- Flexibility to work other shifts to cover absences and business needs
- Experience with IR, UV/VIS, HPLC and GC instruments
- Working knowledge of computer applications such as SAP, and MS Office
- Excellent organization/multitasking, communication and analytical skills