QC Analyst

This role supports the Chemical Manager within the Quality Control Raw Material Section by performing sampling, physical and chemical testing of raw materials, and water testing. The position involves operating various analytical instruments, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards including GMP, cGMP, cGLP, and EHS requirements. The incumbent will contribute to audit readiness, quality compliance initiatives, and departmental goals by completing assigned tasks efficiently and adhering to established procedures.

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure strict compliance with GMP, cGMP, cGLP, Data Integrity principles, ALCOA, ALCOA+, and Abbott Quality Standards.
- Support audit readiness activities and contribute to quality compliance and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives.
- Assist in achieving departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), annual objectives, and business targets by timely completion of testing, documentation, and compliance tasks.
- Complete all required training within designated timelines.
- Perform raw material sampling in accordance with approved procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Conduct physical and chemical testing of raw materials following approved specifications and pharmacopoeial standards.
- Execute vendor trial sample testing and support project-related analytical activities.
- Carry out routine water testing with comprehensive documentation.
- Operate and maintain analytical and physical testing instruments including pH Meter, Conductivity Meter, TOC Analyzer, Polarimeter, Refractometer, Viscometer, Karl Fischer Titrator, HPLC, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, FTIR/Nano Spectrometer, and Analytical Balances.
- Ensure proper operation, calibration verification, routine checks, and maintenance of all assigned laboratory instruments.

Required Qualifications

- M.Sc. in Chemistry, Pharm-D, or B.Pharm degree.
- 1-2 years of relevant experience in a similar Quality Control or Quality Assurance role.
- Knowledge of technical problem resolution within QC/QA environments.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards and quality systems applicable to pharmaceutical raw material testing.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While specific benefits are not detailed, candidates with a strong understanding of quality compliance frameworks and hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation will be well-positioned for success in this role. The position offers an opportunity to work in a regulated environment focused on quality and safety, contributing directly to product integrity and organizational compliance.

This role is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their career in pharmaceutical quality control with exposure to a broad range of analytical techniques and quality standards.