QC Specialist

The QC Specialist is responsible for assisting in administration of the quality functions at a site to assure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, MDSAP, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/211, EU MDR and other applicable regulatory standards.

This position is responsible for performing quality inspection in accordance with the requirements for ISO, FDA QSR, and STERIS policies. This would include but is not limited to testing raw material, in-process, and finished goods using the various analytical instrumentation (i.e. HPLC, GC) and with supervision perform failure investigation.

HOURS: Monday through Friday 6am - 2:30pm & overtime as business requires

PAY: $22.27 - $28.82hr & bonus.

HIRE: Direct, full time.

• Decontaminates, cleans, and sterilizes glassware and other containers.
• Monitors and maintains laboratory equipment including calibration.
• Prepares media and reagents.
• Performs routine product and raw material testing of samples.
• Performs product and raw material testing of samples.
• Prepares reagents, standard solutions, equipment for use, etc.
• Recognizes and communicates unexpected results in a timely manner and completes Out of Specification forms (OOS), Non-conformance Reports (NCR) and Incoming Rejection Forms (IRs) for nonconforming or rejected materials.
• Writes and revises standard operating procedures (SOPs) under supervisor's direction, using Quality software to change, submit and review documents.
• Participates in Investigations (complaints, failure, calibrations, equipment, etc.).

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
  • 4 years experience required with an Associate's degree in a regulated industry (i.e. FDA / ISO13485) in lieu of bachelor's degree.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
• Make recommendations on improvements to test methods and procedures
• Make decisions on experimental steps and data analysis within defined parameters and guidelines.
• Recognize and communicates unexpected experimental results, Interpret data with direction.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry.
• Experience working in retain room or similar environment.
• Working experience of ERP systems like Oracle or AS400.
• Previous experience using LIMS laboratory system.
• Data review experience preferred.
• Ability to cross train between chemistry, microbiology, and aseptic labs.

Other:

• Lifting, pushing, pulling 10-25lbs.
• Bending, walking, standing, sitting and typing.
• Laboratory with exposure to chemicals.

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports yourhealth, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision benefits
• Long- and Short-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Additional add- on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

Pay range for this opportunity is$22.27-$28.82.This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

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STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

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