QC Laboratory Validation-Metrology Specialist

The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a QC Laboratory Validation-Metrology Specialist to join our Phillipsburg, NJ team!

What we’re looking for

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent experience in science, engineering, or technical field
• Experience: 2 years of related laboratory or instrument experience
• Collaboration Tool: Knowledge of office computer software such as Word and Excel
• Preferred Qualifications: 
• Certified Calibration Technician (ASQ)
• Knowledge of GMPs, USP, and other compendia
• Able to operate a variety of lab equipment
• Experience with automated data retrieval systems

How you will thrive and create an impact

Works independently under close supervision, qualify and validate equipment, instruments, and systems. Develop validation plans, protocols, and testing specifications. Analyze validation reports and make recommendations for changes and/or improvements. Assist in the selection of equipment and systems and negotiate competitive pricing. Work with regulatory agencies on inspections.

Determines, tracks, and improves the precision of the laboratory analysis process for specific, assigned products. Primary accountability is Platinum level customer product related metrology. Identifies inherent laboratory process variation to determine the overall net capability of measurement processes in quantitative terms for assigned products. Modifies or redesigns laboratory analysis process to improve capability, minimize error potential and variability. Develops calibration methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems, and accuracy and precision requirements. Is a resource to engineering, quality, and laboratory personnel in design, manufacture evaluation, and calibration of: measurement standards, human interface, instruments and test systems, to assist in the selection of appropriate instrumentation, employee training, and overall laboratory process environment and systems. Collaborates at an inter-facility level with metrologists to globally standardize the laboratory process for assigned products. A Quality Metrologist is accountable for reliable and accurate laboratory analytical process systems, to assure generated data meets all the requirements for the production and transfer of data related to assigned Platinum level customer products.

• Adhere to all plant safety rules and 100% completion of all required training; encourage and support site safety programs.
• Conduct Gage R&R studies, root cause investigations, to identify, quantify, and lead or assist in the correction of sources contributing to uncertainty of results.
• Leads and is accountable for laboratory analytical process profiling through use of P/T ratios and SPC/SQC applied to relevant people, processes, and equipment for assigned products.
• Proactively seeks and recommends data retrieval and reporting automation for improved laboratory process and supply chain.
• Collaboratively sets global analytical standard process of record with Metrologists and Quality Engineers for Platinum customer products.
• Accountable for all necessary QC test and measuring instrumentation calibration, documentation, operation and calibration SOPs, instrument repair & service coordination, specific to assigned products.
• Provide assistance and instruction to aid trainers and users in general operation, care, trouble-shooting, performing preventative maintenance, and making minor repairs to assigned equipment.
• Participate or lead in the transfer of instrument related methods into QC from R&T.
• Accountable for uploading of PCS data for assigned platinum level customer products.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Participate in OOS and OOC investigations.
• Other duties required to maintain cGMP and Micro-electronic quality system compliance within the QC lab.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of calibration techniques and applications.
• Knowledge of measurement uncertainties and the ability to analyze data.
• Good written and oral communication skills, good presentation skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Good writing/documentation skills.

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$60,100.00 - $100,100.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

Eeo Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.