QC Scientist

At Thermo Fisher Scientificyoulldiscover impactful work innovative thinking and a culture dedicated to working the right way for the right reasons - with the customer always top of mind. The work we do matters like helping customers find cures for cancer protecting the environment making sure our food issafeand delivering COVID-19 solutions. As the world leader in serving science with the largest investment in R&D in the industry our colleagues are empowered to realize their full potential as part of a fast-growing global organization that values passion and unique contributions. Our commitment to our colleagues across the globe is to provide the resources and opportunities they need to make a difference in our world while building a fulfilling career with us.

Discover Impactful Work:

When youre a part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific youll do important work like helping customers in finding cures for cancer protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will havereal-worldimpact andyoullbe supported in achieving your career goals.

Responsibilities:

Carry out Quality Control Testingin accordance withOxoid test specifications and methods. This will include but is not limited to:

• Level 1 2 3 & 4 testing methods

• Media Preparation

• OOS investigation and repeats

• Raising and investigating Incidents

• Training records recorded and maintained

• Plantrackand control the progress of products under test and provideaccurateavailability dates to planning and customer services

• Alerting the QC Team Leader of potential problems/failures andassistwith further investigation

• Ensure all test results are recorded within the SAP Quality Management module

• Equipment checks and audits

• Cleaning

• Waste management

• Consumable replenishing

• Use of autoclaves

• RCA/Problem solving

• Ensure processes and procedures are carried outin accordance withthe laboratory and company Quality Systems

• Build andmaintaineffective working relationships to ensure robust teamwork cross-functionally and with key collaborators (key interfaces include QC Manager QC Lead Scientist QC Team Leader QA Manufacturing Sciences Production Customer Services and Planning) to ensure customer service level targets are met

• Takingdirectionsfrom the QC Team Leader and Lead Scientistregardingprioritization of finished product and raw material testing

• Engage in continuous improvement using the PPI leanmethodologyincluding standard work and tier meetings. Use PPI processes to tackle problems and improve departmental and business processes

• Take on key laboratory responsibilities such as first aider fire warden LSG PPI Champion etc.

• Deputize for leading T1 and attending Tier 2 if required by the Team Leader

• Role-model the Thermo Fisher 4I Values and use as a day-to-day guide in decision making

• To fulfill the responsibilities of the position as defined in the Oxoid Health Safety and Environmental policies and associated Codes of Practice

Education

• Level 6 educational qualification or equivalent in a Microbiology or related subject (or QBE)

• Effective planning and organizational skills

• Decision Quality - Attention to detail and a systematic approach

• Problem Solving - Effective in technical and organizational troubleshooting to root cause

• Communicates openly creating collaborative relationships by developing strong work relationships displayingintegrityand building trust across functions

• Drive for Results - Delivering consistent results by beingaction orienteddemonstratingorganizational agility planning optimally and setting priorities.

• Proficiencyin laboratory skills and techniques (pipetting swabbing streaking pouring platesetc)

• Competency in testing at least 2 Oxoid product groups/expertiseof (HPLC Wet Chemistry LP and RAWMFPs ASTDCMand FDS)

• Good numeracy skills and ability to read and follow methods / SOPs precisely.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Significant experienceof quality control testing within a microbiology laboratory environment

• Composure Able to remain calm and work methodically under pressure

• Continuous improvement attitude

• Significant experiencein usingSAPand MS Office software packages

Benefits

We offer competitiveremuneration annual incentive plan bonus healthcare and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative forward-thinking organization and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity intensity involvement and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthiercleanerand safer. Watch as our colleagues explain5 reasons to work with us. Asoneteam of 100000 colleagues we share a common set of values - Integrity Intensity Innovation andInvolvement - working together to accelerate research solve complex scientific challenges drive technologicalinnovationand support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific where diverse experiences backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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