MCS Associate Quality Control - Randstad USA

job summary:

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location: Newbury Park, California
job type: Contract
salary: $25.00 - 27.32 per hour
work hours: 7 to 3
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

• At all times, align with safety guidelines from EHSS, cGMPs, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to good documentation practices.
• Complete all required training before starting any tasks.
• Work with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and/ or SmartLab (LMES) with efficiency and accuracy.
• Ability to manage and coordinate all tasks assigned and effectively complete all expected deliverables in a timely manner.
• Ensure equipment preventive maintenance are performed per requirements and by due date as assigned.
• Participate in the investigation of out-of-specification and/ or non-conforming test results.
• Supports internal and external inspections and audits as needed (lab preparation, data retrieval etc.).
• Troubleshoot, solve problems, and communicate with relevant team members.
• Implement prevention or corrective actions based on lab manager feedback.
• Perform QC Support tasks e.g., organization and cleaning of the lab, checking to ensure removal of expired media performed, archiving documentation, preliminary plate readings etc.
• Support Microbiology lab with analytical testing.
• Implementation of lab improvements to ensure an efficient and productive lab environment.
• Must be willing to work an on-site Monday-Friday (7am- 4pm) work schedule and possibly weekend and holiday work based on requirements and business needs.

 
qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific discipline or other appropriate specialty such as Life Sciences and one-year related experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use fine hand manipulation, repetitive handling of agar plates, perform desk-based computer tasks, and lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 15 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and shoes, lab coats and gloves, and possibly a mask.

Preferred Qualifications:

• GxP experience, specifically practices and requirements in the testing of biopharmaceuticals.
• Experience using various QC systems such as CDOCS (Veeva Vault), LIMS and/or SmartLab (LMES).
• Experience and knowledge of Data Integrity Requirements in QC systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail in delivering right first-time results.
• Experience of collaboration within and across functional areas.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, organizational skills, and attention to details.

 
skills: Quality control, SOP, MS-WORD, MS-EXCEL, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, inclu