About the Role
The QC Lab Technician is responsible for performing a variety of analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, ensuring compliance with approved methods, SOPs, and regulatory standards (cGMP, GLP, GDP). This role is crucial for maintaining product quality and supporting continuous improvement within the QC laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Performs physical and chemical testing on raw material, in-process, finished product, stability, and water samples.
- Responsible for the release of in-process and raw material samples upon completion of training and qualification.
- Maintains records within cGMP & GLP guidelines and provides accurate documentation of tests and results.
- Ensures analytical test results are within the acceptable range specified on Certificate of Analysis (CoA) forms.
- Dispatches samples to the microbiological or external laboratory as required, in a timely manner.
- Performs laboratory equipment calibration according to procedures, records results, and maintains documentation.
- Investigates and documents out of specification (OOS) results.
- Files raw materials and external laboratory Certificates of Analysis (CoAs).
- Provides input regarding the development and amendment of analytical procedures and practices.
- Recommends solutions for process improvements in the lab.
- Follows all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), health & safety procedures, and company policies.
- Wears, uses, and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Uses equipment, materials, and machinery only as authorized.
- Identifies and reports any hazards, accidents, injuries, or incidents in the workplace.
- Maintains laboratory equipment.
- Works flexible shifts as per business needs.
- Available to work extended hours and/or weekends as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Prior experience working in environments governed by GMP and GLP standards.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements from US FDA, Health Canada, and ICH Guidelines.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Strong written and oral communication abilities.
- High attention to detail and quality in documentation practices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in General Chemistry and use of analytical instruments, including HPLC, GC, ICP, UV-VIS, FTIR, and Titrations.
- Strong ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.
- Capable of performing routine and new procedures with minimal supervision.
- Proven ability to interact across all organizational levels to support goals and influence decisions.
- Solid understanding of statistics with the ability to analyze and present data clearly.
Skills
- HPLC
- GC
- ICP
- UV-VIS
- FTIR
- Titrations
- General Chemistry
- cGMP
- GLP
- GDP
- Documentation Practices
- Statistics
- Communication
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
- Afternoon Shift
- Tuesday to Saturday
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- Post-secondary degree in a related field
Benefits
- Gym Access
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
About the Company
- Apollo Health & Beauty Care Ltd. will ensure accommodations are available in consultation with candidates during all stages of the recruitment process.
- Apollo is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process.
- Apollo will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known in advance.
- We thank all applicants for their interest however only those meeting the minimum qualifications will be interviewed.
- This posting represents an existing vacancy, and we are actively recruiting to fill this position.
Equal Opportunity
- Apollo Health & Beauty Care Ltd. will ensure accommodations are available in consultation with candidates during all stages of the recruitment process.
- Apollo is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process.
- Apollo will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known in advance.
