QC Raw Material Tech
1st Shift
6am-2:30pm
Position Purpose and Objectives
The RM Technician’s primary role to ensure the adherence of incoming raw materials for compliance with regulatory, analytical, and micro biotic standards set for the client. This person samples, at minimum, a random sample from each lot of incoming raw materials as they arrive at the facility. He/she is responsible for labeling those goods as sampled so that they can be moved into inventory, and for entering disposition the sampled materials in Process Pro depending on their movement throughout the process.
Essential Job Functions
-Sampling and testing of all incoming raw materials for compliance with analytical and organoleptic standards.
-Assist in establishing the qualification of each raw material.
-Communicate with purchasing, pharmacy, and production on releases, retesting, MSDS, and COA’s.
-Prepare raw material evaluation reports (RMER) for incoming materials.
-Compiles and maintains Certificates of Analysis, and Material Safety Data Sheets.
-Document raw material information on spreadsheets, Process Pro, and microbiology logbook.
-Retest raw materials according to quality control standard operating procedures.
-Quarantine and report raw material non-conformances.
-Log, prepare and ship additional samples to be sent to external labs.
-Carry out the determined disposition of non-conformant materials.
-Assist with the release/hold process in Process Pro for all incoming materials.
-Maintain the raw material retention program.
-Work with the QC staff to analyze and release finished goods.
-Work with the QC staff to maintain the finished products retention programs.
-Maintain lab equipment and facilities.
-Calibrate lab equipment at the start of each day to ensure accuracy in analytical testing.
-Review, scan, and file company documentation and logs.
-Assist with the shipment of samples to customers and affiliates.
-Assist with the maintenance and control of all Quality Control logs and notebooks.
-Inspect manufacturing equipment for cleanliness and verify cleanliness and rinse efficacy via swab testing with a luminometer.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
-Knowledge of Excel, Word, and Adobe software.
-Knowledge of Process Pro E.R.P. software.
-Knowledge of HPLC wet chemistry and Infrared Spectrophotometer equipment.
-Knowledge of sterile sample technique.
-Organoleptic evaluation skills.
-Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions
-Micro and analytical QC labs, and manufacturing environment.
Minimum Qualifications
-4 Year Scientific Degree in Chemistry or an equivalent field.
-Experience in working in the Quality Control Lab of food, beverage, or pharmaceutical field.
Success Factors
-Driven and motivated.
-Willingness to cooperate and work with other departments.
-Attention to detail.
-Organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
