Quality Analyst - Sparks, GA

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Description

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. We achieve this through our commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence, which gives us the opportunity to set and deliver on ambitious, long-term goals.

We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development. This allows for our employees to innovate and generate new ideas, put them into action, and gain insights from them to further advance our collective expertise.

And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine in 2020 as one of America’s Best Employers. We strongly support the spirit of collaboration through effectively involving team members and colleagues from other relevant units when developing and executing strategies and projects. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!

 

Quality Analyst (2002448) – Sparks, GA  

 

Where the Chemistry Happens

We are seeking a professional like you to ensure the quality of products by leading the Biological and Microbial Contamination (MC) Labs in support of the manufacturing process and conduct routine and nonroutine testing of intermediates and final products.  In this role, you will manage various laboratory support activities, including preparations of medias and reagents, inventory management of laboratory supplies and consumables and training of lab technicians. You will also provide support to the Site Chemist for method validation/verification and routine instrument troubleshooting.

The Quality Analyst is primarily an 8hr / day-shift position working Monday - Friday. Some training responsibility may occur during the early morning shift. This position will participate in the On-Call schedule responsibilities in the lab.

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Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Formula for Success


·     Leveraging your education in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related science field and your Biological Laboratory experience, you will conduct method transfer, train and document new Biological methods as clearly written SOPs for lab technicians to follow in routine analysis of final product. You will also document the validation of existing or transferred methods as needed.

·     Successfully engaging within the organization, you will assist the Site Chemist with Validation/Verification/Development/Documentation of chemical and enzymatic analytical methods as needed. You will also monitor equipment servicing in Biological and MC laboratories and coordinate with Lab Management to schedule routine maintenance and repairs as needed, as well as escalate Out-of-Spec materials to Lab Management for review.

·     Your understanding of proper chemical handling, use, storage and disposal will be critical as you coordinate the shipment of various samples to third party laboratories as needed for analysis.

·     Demonstrating your proficiency in laboratory techniques, including but not limited to hands-on use of Microbiology equipment, HPLC and wet Chemistry methods, you will analyze routine raw material, in-process, and finished good samples by using various microbiological and analytical lab equipment and techniques, including manual plating or using spiral plater, colony counter, pipetting for serial dilutions, HPLC, etc.).

·     Utilizing your strong computer skills (including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel) and your strong analytical ability, you will provide timely and accurate documentation of all biological data according to Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs). You will also serve as Primary Reviewer for data generated from the Biological and MC labs.

·     Relying on your experience in a lab environment (supervisory and/or QC lab experience preferred), you will serve as primary trainer for other QC Laboratory Technicians in the Biological and Microbial Contamination Labs, and update & provide training records to Lab Management.

·     Your robust troubleshooting and problem-solving ability will aid you in providing troubleshooting support to Production as necessary.  You will also perform special request sampling and testing as requested to help troubleshoot production issues.

·     Your solid organizational skills will serve you well as you manage laboratory inventory of biological consumables such as media, plates, pipettes, glassware, spare parts, etc.  Experience using autoclave and automated plate pourer a plus.

·     Your strong knowledge of microbiological aseptic and analytical techniques will be essential as you identify and implement process improvement in laboratory workflows.

·     Your unwavering commitment to workplace health and safety will be evident as you maintain strict adherence to established quality, safety and environmental standards.

 

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry. 

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.

BASF provides interesting and challenging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your job.