QC/Formulator Associate

Job description

·  Job facts

JOB SUMMARY:

Formulates Bulk Fluid Reagents and/ or performs necessary Quality Control (QC) tests following approved manufacturing procedures and good laboratory practices. May work with a respirator if assigned to the Large Bottle Unit.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Formulation/QC Specialist Associate is first in a series of three jobs. The employee follows approved procedures to perform bulk solution formulation, quality control test activities and maintaining accurate records and documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Formulates bulk solutions.

•Performs incoming, in-process and final release QC testing.

•Maintains complete and accurate records.

•Conducts environmental monitoring of work areas.

•Maintains work space and associated equipment with the lab.

•Miscellaneous duties and special projects as assigned.

FORMAL TRAINING/EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED required

Associate's Degree preferred with a coursework in Biology/Chemistry/Mathematics or equivalent or Biotech certification

May be required to pass respirator exam if assigned to the large bottle unit

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·  Knowledge of basic and some specialized laboratory techniques and QC testing.
·  Knowledge of manufacturing procedures and good laboratory practices.
·  Possesses team work, documentation and quality orientation skills and works with direction and guidance from supervisor/ senior team members.
·  Proficiency in oral and written communication skills in English.
·  Ability to utilize smart forms, mouse, keyboard, and other data entry devices.
·  Ability to utilize electronic office suite of computer programs (i.e. Email, electronic calendar, file download, save to network drive).
·  Ability to function with a respirator.

·  Who we are

Ventana Medical Systems, Inc. (Ventana), a member of the Roche Group, innovates and manufactures instruments and reagents that automate tissue processing and slide staining for cancer diagnostics. Our integrated staining, workflow management and digital pathology solutions optimize laboratory efficiency to reduce errors and support diagnosis for pathology professionals. Together with Roche, Ventana is driving personalized healthcare through accelerated drug discovery and companion diagnostics.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.