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Planet Pharma

MCS Associate Quality Control

Planet Pharma, Newbury Park, California, us, 91319

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Job DescriptionIdeal candidate has a Bachelors degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry) and has lab and GMP experience in a regulated environment, preferably within pharma, biotech, or academia. Must possess skills in analytical testing such as HPLC or chromatography, along with basic Excel and Word proficiency for data entry in lab notebooks and electronic systems. Soft skills include strong communication, conflict resolution within a small team, and self-starting initiative. Candidates should demonstrate role longevity and commitment; patterns of short-term job hopping are a red flag.Job Details:Under general supervision, this position will perform routine procedures and testing in support of the lab. This position will be responsible for one or more of the following activities:- Performing routine laboratory procedures- Routine analytical testing- Documenting, computing, compiling, interpreting, and entering data- Maintaining and operating specialized equipment- Initiating and / or implementing changes in controlled documents. Must learn and comply with safety guidelines and cGMPs/CFRs which includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance of training records, laboratory documentation, written procedures, building monitoring systems and laboratory logbooks.Preferred QualificationsAbility to adhere to regulatory requirements, written procedures and safety guidelinesAbility to evaluate documentation/data according to company and regulatory guidelinesAbility to organize work, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlinesStrong written and oral communication skillsMust be detail orientatedMust be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and requirementsDemonstrate understanding of regulatory requirements, safety guidelines and factors impacting complianceDemonstrates understanding of when and how to appropriately escalate.May identify, recommend and implement improvements related to routine job functions.Must learn and comply with safety guideline and cGMPs. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.