Quality Control Analyst (Environmental Montioring) - Bausch + Lomb : Job Details

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.Objectives:Performing and reporting on routine and non-routine microbiological testing and environmental monitoring (EM) in support of aseptic manufacturing operations. Responsibilities:The Quality Control Analyst is expected to perform the following duties, as assigned:

• Ensure all work is performed and documented in accordance with existing company policies, procedures, and Current Good Manufacturing Practices, health and safety requirements.
• Perform method suitability and validation testing for the use of raw materials, finished products, stability samples and R&D products in support of method development and technical transfers.
• Attend and act as department SME for microbiological testing and method development.
• Support testing validations and protocols with technical execution and writing, including all controlled document changes as required.
• Support microbial trending for the facility.
• Perform OOS investigations and contribute to the preparation and review of environmental trend analysis on monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Maintain and analyse data in LIMS and performance of trend analysis and trend reports.
• Perform investigation in conjunction with laboratory OOT/OOS investigations.
• Work cross-functionally to determine CAPA and implement changes.
• Contribute to the scheduling and training of teammates to complete microbiological testing and support duties.
• Perform testing in support of facility Validation activities.
• Participate in identified projects as assigned by team leadership.
• Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned by leadership.
• Embrace the QUALITY culture.
• Support EHS and SOS initiatives.
• Read/Record all pertinent data on the appropriate forms or computer system in accordance with GDP and ALCOA principles.
• Order and maintain the supplies and inventory of laboratory stations as assigned, with adherence to 5S standards.

Qualifications:Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or equivalent Life Science
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in a cGMP compliant industry

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand for up to 4 hours at a time
• Ability to lift and/or carry 25 lbs
• Ability to achieve 20/20 correctable vision
• Ability to maintain proper personal hygiene
• Ability to wear laboratory PPE/attire

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management, including training and scheduling of team duties
• Ability to work well with others while delegating tasks and verifying the performance of other microbiology technicians
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work full-time, onsite, including overtime and weekends, if necessary, to meet department / site objectives
• Ability to understand and accurately comply with SOPs, test methods, and cGMP requirements
• Advanced communication skills (oral and written)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong organization skills / attention to detail
• Good work ethic (on time, highly motivated, etc.)
• SME level knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiological testing / environmental monitoring techniques

We offer competitive salary & excellent benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability and Life Insurance begins on your hire date
• 401K Plan with company match and ongoing company contribution
• Paid time off - vacation (3 weeks - prorated upon hire), floating holidays and sick time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company match
• Employee Incentive Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement (select degrees)
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review

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.Job Applicants should be aware of job offer scams perpetrated through the use of the Internet and social media platforms.To learn more please read Bausch + Lomb's Job Offer Fraud Statement.Our Benefit Programs: Employee Benefits: Bausch + LombApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.#LI-KF