QC Analyst

Main Purpose of Role

Testing of pharmaceutical substances e.g. raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with clients' procedures and quality systems. The main focus will be GC and HPLC analysis, along with a range of other analytical techniques as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Receive training from SGS and client and get trained in relevant analytical techniques.
• Train other analysts where appropriately qualified
• Carry out testing in accordance to the valid testing procedures and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that laboratory equipment is well maintained, and calibrations are carried out at the designated frequencies
• Manage inventory and status of materials required for analysis
• When qualified to do so, verify and review results generated by other analysts for compliance with requirements
• Ensure correct data entry to LIMS
• Assessment of testing results generated in the laboratory and close out of batch analysis
• Ensure that all target dates are met. Update visibility tools and communicate status of testing at meetings
• Maintain laboratories to a high housekeeping standard
• Ensure high standard of lab records, with work completed Right First Time and on time
• Write and maintain necessary documentation (SOPs, methods, reports etc)
• Work as part of the team ensuring customer expectations are met and exceeded. Support achievement of client and SGS Key Performance Indicators, such as around investigations, training, productivity and on-time testing
• Notify appropriate contact and document results and investigations for any atypical or aberrant results
• Lead Laboratory investigations and deviations if required
• Maintenance of a safe working environment, in a state of audit readiness
• Identification and implementation of safety, environmental, quality and service improvements
• Work with their leader to ensure self-development and progression
• At all times, adopt a safe behaviour by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues, and clients, in line with the Company’s policies and procedures
• Ensure full compliance with the Company’s Code of Integrity, and act in accordance with SGS Ireland’s Equality & Diversity Policy