QC Chemistry Associate II CAPS

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap and CAPS.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

CAPS, part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., is the nation's largest network of outsourcing admixture pharmacies, has been delivering high-quality, same-day, admixture services and solutions to hospitals and outpatient facilities for more than 28 years. Along with the nation's largest 503A sterile injectable outsourcing network, CAPS offers industry-leading batch compounding on a national scale through three 503B registered outsourcing facilities. With experience, capacity, and a passion for safety, CAPS is your 503B solution.

Position Summary:

Performs routine functions/analysis as required by the laboratory in compliance with CAPS, and cGMP specifications. The analyst prepares test samples and performs tests according to the standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Perform routine analysis of finished product, raw material or environmental samples according to established specifications and procedures using various laboratory apparatus under minimal supervision of senior staff.
• Interprets and applies specifications and operating procedures when carrying out both monitoring and testing responsibilities.
• Records data in controlled notebooks, controlled data sheets, validated spreadsheets and/or LIMS including all computational tasks and completes analysis report forms. Maintains neat and legible records and promptly and accurately inputs data into LIMS.
• May perform routine laboratory maintenance and instrument upkeep as required. Prepares standards or test reagents according to established procedures and specifications.
• Follows cGMPs, GLPs, SOPs, USP and FDA guidelines in all appropriate functions and notifies supervisor and/or lead of any observed discrepancies.
• Prepare media, reagents, test samples and equipment as required.
• Responsible for the general cleanliness and appearance of the lab by keeping laboratory equipment, supplies and environment in good operational condition.
• Proficient or become proficient in Environmental Monitoring techniques.
• Proficient or become proficient in Sterility Test, Bioburden, and Growth Promotion.
• Proficient or become proficient in Bacterial Endotoxins testing using Kinetic-Turbidimetric assay.
• Keep inventory of laboratory supplies for routine testing and special projects.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Understand aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of basic chemistry principles in the quality field.
• Must have a good understanding of documentation procedures and GMPs for the health care industry.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team. Good technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to use computers, calculators, diagnostic test equipment and precision measuring equipment.
• Must have organizational planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to get along with the other people and work as a team member.
• Must be able to follow instructions and follow tasks through to completion.
• Must be flexible/adaptable
• Must be able to schedule tasks and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to manage one's time and have a sense of urgency.

Required:

• Bachelors degree and 2-3 years related experience
• Basic understanding of Chemistry; basic knowledge in technical area as required by the specific QC lab.
• Basic knowledge of good analytical and laboratory techniques, basic knowledge of cGMPS's, GLP's, SOP's, USP, and FDA requirements.
• Frequent travel required.
• Apply specific skills as required by the technical specialty(s) within the department.

Desired:

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  Science degree and direct experience in specific laboratory work.
  
  

Schedule is (8am-5pm) Monday-Friday. Weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Salary range is $21.18-$25.42

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet atwww.bbraunusa.com.

Through its "Sharing Expertise" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

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