Join Pillar5 Pharma and be part of a company dedicated to producing high-quality sterile ophthalmic products that improves patients’ vision and quality of life. From our facility in Arnprior, our team provides a supportive environment where you will gain valuable industry experience and have opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career within the organization.
Pillar5 is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Control Lab Analyst I to support laboratory testing and quality control activities in a regulated environment. Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, this role is responsible for performing chemical and physical analysis of raw materials and manufactured products with accuracy, precision, and timeliness, while maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Schedules and performs required chemical and physical tests on semi-finished and finished goods, raw materials, and stability samples.
- Prepares and analyzes samples for analysis using good laboratory practices.
- Handles routine laboratory chemicals safely according to written procedures and with use of required PPE (Fumehood, Fit-Tested Respirator, gloves).
- Prepares, operates, troubleshoots and calibrates analytical instrumentation used during analysis.
- Works independently and within teams to achieve department objectives.
- Records test results in keeping with documentation standards.
- Recommends solutions and process improvements in quality control testing or in manufacturing.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- University Degree or college diploma in a relevant scientific discipline (chemistry preferred). Experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment is an asset.
- Laboratory experience in preparation and analysis of samples for chemical analysis is considered an asset.
- Experience in routine maintenance and troubleshooting and analytical instrumentation is considered an asset.
- Proven and demonstrated knowledge of laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, GC, FTIR, NIR, AA Spectroscopy, UV-VIS Spectroscopy).
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated planning, organizational, and time management skills.
- Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Pillar5 Pharma does not use AI at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. Pillar5 Pharma is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in the workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Pay: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Arnprior, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person
