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Work Shift: Monday - Friday start time between 7-8:30 am
The Target Pay for this position is $24.00 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.
Job Purpose/Overview
The Manufacturing QC Chemist is responsible for supporting Quality Control and Quality Assurance functions to ensure all products and manufacturing processes meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in maintaining product integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform visual inspections and laboratory analyses to verify product quality and compliance.
Perform laboratory assays (e.g., PCR, ELISA, radioactive/fluorescent assay) and support validation of new & existing products and processes.
Document, report, and investigate non-conformance issues; perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
Monitor QC parameters using statistical tools (e.g., Levy-Jennings charts) and maintain accurate records in QA databases.
Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Handle hazardous chemicals and small quantities of radioactive materials in accordance with safety and regulatory guidelines (e.g., NRC regulations).
Assist with sample collection, validation studies, and initial data review for new & existing products.
Support method and assay validation, including analytical testing and documentation.
Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing and Biobank facilities.
Ensure compliance with SOPs, Batch Production Records (BPR), and company/industry quality standards.
Implement and track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Maintain positive working relationships and effective communication across departments.
Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
Prepare detailed inspection and audit reports for management review.
Perform other related duties as assigned .
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.
Education and Experience
Associates degree required/ bachelor's degree in science related discipline preferred.
Experience with general laboratory and IVD manufacturing equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of GMP, GLP, & GDP standards.
Experience handling hazardous chemicals.
Experience in general reagent compounding or buffer preparation.
Proficiency in laboratory techniques, including precision filling and pipetting.
Familiarity with molecular assays (PCR, ELISA, radioactive, fluorescent).
Strong statistical analysis skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to work quality.
Effective problem-solving abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate across teams.
Basic computer proficiency (Excel, Word, familiar with MRP System software).
Working Conditions
Laboratory environment with exposure to biohazards and hazardous chemicals (per National Hazard Communication Standards).
Handling of small quantities of radioactive materials.
A comprehensive list of chemicals is available from department supervision.
The associate is regularly required to apply manual dexterity, including hand/wrist flexibility, for computer keyboarding.
The associate frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
The associate is frequently required to hear and speak using the telephone, make presentations, and communicate with people in an office environment.
The associate is occasionally required to sit and stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment including use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting.
Temperature extremes will be minimal to nonexistent.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, database management, email, and the Internet.
The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system.
The associate must occasionally use media equipment such as an overhead projector, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams.
About Antech
Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.
Benefits
Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.
Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life
Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
Life Assistance Program
Pet Care Discounts
Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .
Note to Search Firms/Agencies
Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.
