US FL Tampa Chemistry Technician IV 1st Shift (Monday Friday) CA

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. 

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.  

 

Shift: Monday-Friday / 7:00am – 3:30pm
Start Pay Range: $29.50

Objectives/Purpose of the Job:

Perform pharmaceutical analytical testing for finished products, stability, raw materials, in-process and review raw data generated in the quality control chemistry laboratory in accordance with GMP guidelines and sample specifications.

 

Key Activities/Responsibilities:
Job Functions:

•    Follow cGMP and company SOP and test methods. 
•    Be ethically responsible for the data integrity of the lab generated data. 
•    Provide on-demand chemistry laboratory testing for raw materials, in-process, finished product, stability, water and cleaning samples to support the manufacturing department including but not limited to:  
       Level 1 Tests: HPLC testing for Assay of active and preservatives.
       Level 2 Tests: HPLC testing for impurities.
       Level 3 Tests: GC testing.
•    Perform and trouble shoot USP, EP, BP, JP monographs and in-house methods using wet chemistry and advanced analytical techniques/equipment, such as HPLC, GC, potentiometric titrators, etc.
•    Perform verification of laboratory raw data.
•    Perform training as needed.
•    Revise analytical laboratory Forms, SOPs and Chemical Specifications.
•    Write and execute investigations for analytical procedures and actively participate on Laboratory Investigation (LIR) root cause determination and conclusion.
•    Adhere to Data Integrity and Safety (EHS) policies.
•    Timely completion of assignments and duties to meet the schedule, departmental and company goals.
•    Support Lean/5S initiatives.
•    Meet the department and individual performance metrics.

 

Qualifications/Training:

•    B. S. in Chemistry preferred, Minimum B.A. in Chemistry or related science. 
•    3-5 years in GMP pharmaceutical chemical analysis. 
•    Fluent in pharmaceutical analytical techniques and test methods. 
•    Must perform pharmaceutical analytical techniques, testing procedures and problem solving both individually and as part of a team.
•    Great time management, observation and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask. 
•    Experienced in HPLC, GC, FT/IR, UV/VIS and equipment operation/technical troubleshooting.
•    Daily/Monthly calibration and maintenance of different instrumentation. 
•    LIMS, Empower knowledge preferred.
•    Computer literate with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
•    Must be able to read, write, and speak English and possess basic math skills.         

 

This position may be available in the following location: US - Tampa, FL

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.

 

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