Senior Chemist (QC)

Job Description

Senior Chemist (QC)

Client: medical technology and medical device company

Contract duration: 14-month contract (potential to extend)

Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Pay Rate: $40-45/hr

Description of Position

Responsible for performing raw materials, finished product and stability testing and ensuring records associated with Quality Control are complete. Responsible for QC method validation (in conjunction with R&D), equipment calibration/qualification and troubleshooting. Will be asked to participate in out of specification, non-conforming material and deviation investigations. Will be required to provide training and guidance to the QC team and to perform some scheduling of tasks and follow-up on completion of work.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

· Perform Routine, In-Process, release and stability testing, focused on simple bench tests. May be asked to perform more complex testing (e.g., using more sophisticated equipment).

· May perform water bioburden testing and air sampling.

· Write, update and review QC SOPs and test methods as needed.

· Perform method validation/transfer sample testing when required.

· Work with R&D to ensure new validated methods are converted for GMP purposes.

· Develop stability schedule and monitor stability program. Review stability reports.

· Schedule QC testing to ensure timelines are met.

· May be asked to support equipment qualification, maintenance and the instrument calibration program.

· Responsible for maintaining accurate equipment records.

· Conduct out of specification investigations. Support or perform non-conformance and deviation investigations as needed.

· Mentor and support junior chemists, acting as a trainer and resource as they learn.

· Identify and implement improvements within the lab.

· Ensure safety procedures are being followed and dispose of lab waste appropriately.

· Aid in solving technical problems.

· Ensure work is in compliance with GMP and established SOPs.

· Store and keep track of finished product retention samples.

· Monitor and order required lab solutions and equipment needed for testing.

· Review test reports for QC testing.

Participate effectively as an employee of the company

· Immediately report to manager any delays in testing or if tasks cannot be completed.

· Work effectively in collaboration with other members of the department, or with managers and staff across the organization with whom tasks must be completed.

· Work in a safe manner so as not to endanger individual health and safety, or the health and safety of others.

· Work to achieve assigned tasks within the standards required (quality, quantity, time and resources).

· Comply with all legal requirements, all corporate policies and procedures, and with generally accepted business and ethical practices.

· Perform other duties as assigned by immediate manager.

Qualifications

Education

• · Minimum a B.Sc or equivalent undergraduate degree in chemistry/chemical or related engineering area or microbiology.

Knowledge/Experience:

• · Understand basic QC lab practice and GMP requirements.

• · Minimum 4 year working experience in the chemistry or chemical engineering field.

Skills

• · Proven good oral and written communication skills.

• · Advanced computer skills, e.g. proficient in the Microsoft suite (WORD [create and use templates], EXCEL, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat.

• · Experienced in advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, ICP, etc.

• · Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills.

• · Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.

• · Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• · Excellent written/oral communication and organizational skills.

• · Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to “think outside the box”.

Attributes:

• · Ability to work autonomously.

• · Self-motivated and self-directed.

• · Adaptable and willing to take on multiple new tasks and responsibilities.

• · Ability to work independently as well as participating in a team of professionals.

• · Ability to respond to urgent situations appropriately by prioritization.

• · Ability to leverage relationships across other business units and with external sources.

• · Ability to follow-up with individuals without guidance.

• · Accuracy and strong attention to detail is essential.

• Working Conditions

• Located in Mississauga, Canada, this position requires the incumbent to spend 70-90% of the time working in the lab; the rest of the time seated at a workstation and using the keyboard and mouse of a computer to compile the data and records. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to have irregular hours.

• Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Benefits

• Overview: In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.