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Job Description

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 19-4099.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Quality Control Analysts”.

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Tasks for “Quality Control Associate”

Prepare or review required method transfer documentation including technical transfer protocols or reports.
Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.
Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.
Coordinate testing with contract laboratories and vendors.
Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.
Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.
Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines.
Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors.
Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
Evaluate new technologies and methods to make recommendations regarding their use.
Investigate or report questionable test results.
Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.
Review data from contract laboratories to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.
Perform visual inspections of finished products.
Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.
Develop and qualify new testing methods.
Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
Receive and inspect raw materials.
Write or revise standard quality control operating procedures.

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