QC Chemist 1
Internship Arlington Heights (Cook)
Job description
3419174
Additional Cities
Arlington Heights
Career Level
Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance
No
Business
GE Healthcare
Business Segment
Healthcare Pharmaceutical Diagnostics
Function
Manufacturing
Country/Territory
United States
Additional States/Provinces
Illinois
Postal Code
60004-1412
Role Summary/Purpose
The Quality Control Chemist is responsible for in-process and release testing of injectable pharmaceutical finished products. The Chemist participates in the development of new procedures and is involved in validation studies as they pertain to analytical testing. Work is technical and specialized, requiring accuracy and attention to detail.
Essential Responsibilities
• Perform required analytical testing on in-process and final products using HPLC, FTIR, ICP-OES, UV/VIS, Liquid Scintillation and Gamma Spectrometer
• Participate in the performance of investigations of out-of-specification results
• Track and trend analytical data
• Participate in validation projects requiring analytical support
• Contribute to process improvement through Lean and 5S
• Assist in the stocking and supplying of the QC lab
• Perform visual inspection of finished product
Quality Specific Goals:
1. Knowledge and understanding of acceptance activity requirements for incoming, in-process, and final inspection requirements (as associated with job type/position) to ensure the product conforms to its specification and out of specification items are properly handled
2. Basic knowledge and understanding of Stop Orders, Concessions, CAPA, Calibration, Preventative Maintenance, Material Identification & Segregation, documentation configuration control practices; documentation & disposition of non-conforming material, and Good Documentation Practices requirements, Part 11 compliance as associated with this job type/position
3. Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position
4. Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines
5. Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
Qualifications/Requirements
1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science field
2. Ability to speak, understand, read and write in local language
3. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
4. Availability for nights and weekends as needed
5. Ability to distinguish color
6. Attention to detail to promote accuracy in technical and specialized work
7. Ability to lift 25lbs
Desired Characteristics
1. Waters Empower Experience or similar software
2. Equipment experience with HPLC, ICP, UV/Vis, FT-IR
3. Experience working with radioactive material including the use of gamma spectrometers, Ion Chambers and liquid scintillation analyzers
4. Visual inspection experience
5. Working knowledge of USP
6. Experience in an FDA regulated QC environment
7. Background in Math or Chemistry
About Us
GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Primary Country
United States
Primary State/Province
Illinois
Primary City
Arlington Heights