Quality Assurance Lead Technician

The Opportunity:

Avantor | NuSil is looking for a Quality Assurance Lead Technician to join our team!

This is a full-time Monday–Friday role at our Carpinteria, CA facility.

What we’re looking for

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry (or related field) is preferred

• Experience: Laboratory experience required varies by education level; 0 years with a Bachelor’s degree, 2 years with an Associate’s degree, or 4 years with a High School Diploma or GED

  • Experience with analytical techniques (GC, GPC, UV/Vis, FTIR, rheology, thermal analysis).

  • Experience with basic physical chemistry parameters (pH, pressure, temperature).

  • Proven experience using the Scientific Method and laboratory practices.

  • Experience using calibrated instruments.

  • Experience handling chemicals safely.

• Collaboration Tool: Basic Computer Skills (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Science-based intermediate math and statistics preferred.

How you will thrive and create an impact

The QA Lead Technician supports the analytical testing validation quality team by independently doing hands-on lab duties, including complex testing and documentation.   

• Execute testing of samples following approved test method procedures by utilizing and operating analytical and scientific instrumentation (GC, GPC, UV-Vis, FTIR) to carry out QC testing.

• Independently perform basic routine testing. This may include viscosity, pH, tensile testing, and acid/base titrations.

• Perform standardized Test Methods for validation purposes.

• Perform daily calibration verifications of testing instruments i.e., GC, GC/MS, GPC.

• Perform basic routine calibration, troubleshooting, and occasional maintenance on testing equipment.

• Prepare calibration standard solutions for building calibration curves on GC and GPC instruments. Verify calibration standards and curves are properly prepared.

• Support laboratory inventory upkeep, ensuring supplies are properly stocked, labeled, and accessible.

• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and industry regulations to maintain quality within the scope of the job description. This includes documentation and reporting.

• Support safety culture in analytical spaces and follow applicable safety procedures.

• Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping duties ensuring instruments and workstations are clean and properly maintained.

• Practical application of internal software like Product Lifecycle Management software (Oracle Agile PLM) and ERP (SAP). In specific, to generate change orders related to QC methods.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB COMPETENTLY:

• Basic Math and basic statistics knowledge are required.

• Good communication skills. Time-management skills. Team-player: ability to work effectively in a team environment. Attention to detail.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures. Able to work independently by following clear instructions.

• Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Proficient in GDP and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Effort:

Majority of time indoors in either office conditions in a climate-controlled setting with fluorescent & natural light or in a production/laboratory environment.

Periodic excursions to production floor

Frequent time in laboratory conditions requiring the use of PPE.

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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

$57,500.00 - $92,575.00

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.

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