QC LAB ANALYST

Apply NowPeople are at the heart of our strategyA family-owned Group, Roquette offers apositiveandattractivework and career environment, in which everyone can learn,develop, contribute to the overall company performance and berecognizedfor doing so.Roquette is a customer-driven company which means that our customers are our top priorities. If you strongly believe that Quality is a key differentiation factor for customer satisfaction, and if you are deeply convinced that Quality helps to solve the company’s problems, this opportunity is for you! Join our Quality Function!Our mission is to promote the Total Quality Culture within Roquette and in line with customers’ expectations. With a continuous improvement mindset and a real focus to empower Roquette teams, we support effectively and efficiently the main operational processes: Development and Innovation, Supplier partnership, Manufacturing, Delivery and Customer service.Let’s be part of the journey together from customer expectation to customer satisfaction. Drive for quality and excellence!Job DescriptionOverview Location: Keokuk, IASchedule: 12-hour Rotating Schedule (includes weekends and holidays)Benefits:Health Insurance (BlueCross/BlueShield)401(k)Vision & Dental InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityMaternity/Parental LeaveHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending Account (Healthcare/Dependent Care/Limited Purpose)Employee Assistance ProgramOn-Site Medical ClinicWellness ProgramMaternity/Parental LeaveLife InsuranceFinancial PlanningStudent Loan Repayment AssistanceCellular Services Employee DiscountKey DutiesPerforms quality control tests utilizing standard lab equipment (e.g. spectrophotometer, HPLC, pH meter) to evaluate and report on the quality of products manufactured with defined specifications.Reads, understands and follows laboratory standard operating procedures, using ability to perform qualitative and quantitative assays.Manages, coordinates and executes tasks including:Analytical instrumentation calibrationWet-chemistry and instrumental analysis of in-process and final productsExecution of validation studiesTactical management of retained samples based on established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Basic laboratory equipment and instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, as directed.Provides laboratory work coverage on a rotating swing-shift schedule to support 24/7 RAI Mini-Plant operations.Works collaboratively with internal and external constituents, including Quality Assurance, Mini-Plants, Customer Care, Shipping and external vendors.Laboratory and Plant Environment:High placesHeights with safety guards or equipmentDriving automotive equipmentExtreme heat / coldExtreme humid / wetAtmosphere (poor lighting, ventilation)Being around moving equipmentExposure to marked changes in temperature & humidityDriving automotive equipment such as a golf cartExposure to dust, fumes and gassesChemical, biological and other hazardsRequired Competencies, Education and ExperienceBS Degree – Chemistry/Biology/ or related fieldStrong oral and written communicationDemonstrated computer skillsStrong problem solving, innovative and analytical skillsCOMPETENCIES:We expect four leadership skills from all our employees:Act like a valuable team memberTarget quality and excellenceBe disciplined and compliantMake decisions quickly and with determination. AAP/EEO StatementAn Equal Opportunity Employer  “AAP, EEO, M/F/H/V/D, Drug-Free Workplace”Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Roquette provides numerous career opportunities, thanks to the diversity of its jobs and their international dimension.Joining Roquette means joining dynamic teams ambitious for success.Add Your Talent to Ours!Apply Now