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Quality Control Analyst
Myerstown
, Pennsylvania Contract
On-Site
Job Title: Quality Control Analyst – Chemistry/Raw Materials Testing
Location: Myerstown, PA
Pay Range: $28 –
Department Overview
The Quality Control Analyst will join the Quality Assurance department, a fast-paced, energetic team responsible for testing over-the-counter pharmaceutical products, including in-process, finished packaged goods, and products within the stability program. This role supports lean manufacturing operations by ensuring timely and accurate testing to meet regulatory, company, and customer requirements. The position involves close collaboration with laboratory staff, manufacturing/production teams, and cross-functional departments.
Position Summary
The Quality Control Analyst will perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of intermediates and finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with approved procedures, compendia (NF, USP, EP), and company standards. This individual will assist with troubleshooting, investigations, and problem-solving to maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Myerstown, PA
Pay Range: $28 –
Department Overview
The Quality Control Analyst will join the Quality Assurance department, a fast-paced, energetic team responsible for testing over-the-counter pharmaceutical products, including in-process, finished packaged goods, and products within the stability program. This role supports lean manufacturing operations by ensuring timely and accurate testing to meet regulatory, company, and customer requirements. The position involves close collaboration with laboratory staff, manufacturing/production teams, and cross-functional departments.
Position Summary
The Quality Control Analyst will perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of intermediates and finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with approved procedures, compendia (NF, USP, EP), and company standards. This individual will assist with troubleshooting, investigations, and problem-solving to maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform standard chemical analyses on in-process products, raw materials, and finished pharmaceutical preparations using gravimetric, spectrophotometric, and chromatographic techniques.
- Operate and maintain advanced laboratory instrumentation, including HPLC, UV, GC, IR, AA, and viscometers.
- Document all test results accurately on data sheets and laboratory forms, ensuring compliance with GMP, ISO standards, and company procedures.
- Review and evaluate data for accuracy; escalate discrepancies or deviations to supervisors and recommend additional testing if required.
- Conduct routine testing of in-process, bulk, and stability products to confirm compliance with compendial and company specifications.
- Assist in laboratory investigations, non-compliance reviews, and troubleshooting of methods or instrumentation.
- Participate in special projects or assignments as directed by leadership.
- Maintain adherence to safety standards and quality policies in all laboratory activities.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience beyond academic coursework, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry, statistics, and GMP compliance.
- Hands-on experience with wet chemistry methods and advanced laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, UV, GC, IR, AA preferred).
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency in data processing, laboratory documentation, and computer applications.
- Prior experience with USP, NF, and EP testing procedures.
- Familiarity with US pharmaceutical industry standards and regulations.
