Western Operations - Quality Positions

R & D SUPERVISOR

Job Description:
Performs required lab work and/or reference searches in biology and chemistry to facilitate NOW product analyses, development, and manufacturability. Utilizes company resources in completing new and/or existing products based on the priorities of meeting profitability objectives, company deadlines, operating budget responsibilities, and department goals. Provides technical support for new product development and existing product improvement, such as manufacturability and applying specific biological and chemical knowledge to structure/function claims and product analyses. Develops technical documents, including SOP's for lab methods and technical references to support products. Writes SOP's to conform to GMP and FDA regulations. Analyzes and provides effective solutions for chemical, physiological, biochemical, and biological issues. Obtains information related to raw material characteristics, processing techniques, environmental conditions, packaging requirements, and production feasibility.

Hours:
Posted 8/10/12 (1 position) Full-time 1st shift 6:45 am-3:15 pm

Qualifications:
Master of Science degree from an accredited university in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or biomedical/nutritionally related science or a minimum of five years supervisory experience related. A working knowledge of food science, chemistry, biochemistry or biomedical sciences is required. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, background check.

QC SENIOR CHEMIST

Job Description:
Assists QC Supervisors and Management in the operation of the analytical laboratory. Performs testing functions for troubleshooting, method development and training purposes. Completes appropriate documentation and assigns disposition. Types of instrumentation - pH meter, FTIR, HPLC, GC, HPTLC, ICP-MS, LC/MS, auto titrators, and balances. Independently sets up, runs, and troubleshoots instrumentation. Provides guidance and training to other technicians. Assists and conducts method transfers and method validation in coordination with methods group.

Hours:
Posted 8/10/12 (1 position) Full-time 1st shift 6:45 am-3:15 pm

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school in a laboratory science, and at least five years laboratory experience including hands on instrumental analysis, troubleshooting, and training experience and at least one year lab leadership experience with project management or supervision. Familiarity with general laboratory procedures, instrumentation, and strong computer skills are required. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, background check.

qc analytical testing SUPERVISOR

Job Description:
Provides general supervision to the Quality Control Analytical Laboratory. Establishes testing priorities and assigns daily workload to analytical chemists. Performs analytical testing, reviews test data and conducts and documents investigations when necessary according to SOPs and cGMPs. Develops and provides training to lab personnel. Interfaces with other departments to resolve raw material and product issues, communicating with vendors and contract labs as needed.

Hours:
Posted 8/10/12 (1 position) Full-time 1st shift 6:45 am-3:15pm

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college and at least five years quality-related experience in a manufacturing environment. Minimum five years hands-on analytical instrumentation experience required – HPLC and GC preferred. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, background check.

QC PHYSICAL & MICRO SUPERVISOR

Job Description:
Supervises laboratory technicians and inspectors on their respective shift(s). Works with operations and manufacturing support personnel to solve production problems and deal with quality control issues as they occur, making recommendations for immediate corrective action when necessary to ensure optimum product quality. Works with the Quality and R&D Manager to implement cGMP procedures.

Hours:
Posted 8/10/12 (1 position) Full-time 3rd shift 10:45 pm – 7:15 am

Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science from an accredited college with at least three years lead or two years supervisory experience required. Candidates with Associate's degree will be considered with a minimum three years quality control experience in a cGMP environment or a minimum of five years' experience in quality control. The employee must regularly lift, move, slide, or raise up to 55#. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, physical, functional, background check.

QA SUPERVISOR

Job Description:
Supervises the activities of the Quality Assurance (QA) department and ensures SOP's, specifications, GMP compliance and label versions on site are current.

Hours:
Posted 10/17/12 (1 position) Full-time 1st shift 6:45 am-3:15pm

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with major in a Science field (i.e. Chemistry, Biology); at least five years related experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance in a GMP manufacturing facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of two years' experience in supervision/leadership of Quality Assurance or Quality Control staff and experience in internal and external auditing, change control procedures, GMP compliance and enforcement is required. Experience with dietary supplement manufacturing desired. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, physical, functional, background check.

R & d SPECIALIST II

Job Description:
Participates in all functions of research and development including, but not limited to, formulation development, raw material evaluation, technical troubleshooting, packaging testing, and employee training to meet company standards for product quality, production efficiency, and profitability by performing these duties in a timely manner.

Hours:
Posted 10/22/12 (1 position) Full time 2nd shift 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm

Qualifications:
Master's of Science degree in Food Science or related field; or Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field and three to five years related experience and/or training. Must be able to move up to 55#. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, physical, functional, background check.

QC TESTING COORDINATOR

Job Description:
Coordinates the scheduling, assignment of testing, and review of Quality Control test results before release.

Hours:
Posted 10/17/12 (1 position) Full-time 1st shift 6:45 am-3:15 pm

Qualifications:
Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field, with a minimum of one year quality-related experience. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, physical, functional, background check.

QC INSPECTOR II

Job Description:
Samples and inspects in-process materials, finished products, incoming raw materials, etc. Solves problems and deals with quality control issues as they occur, making recommendations for immediate corrective action when necessary to ensure optimum product quality.

Hours:
Posted 10/17/12 (1 position) Full-time 1st shift 6:45 am-3:15pm
Posted 10/17/12 (1 position) Full-time 3rd shift 10:45 pm-7:15 am

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent with two to five years related experience and/or training. Familiarity with general inspection procedures in manufacturing and packaging. Experience in quality department preferred. Must be able to lift up to 55#. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, physical, functional, background check.

QC CHEMIST I

Job Description:
Routinely tests materials for potency, identification and contaminants. Processes and records data performs general administration duties, housekeeping, and dishwashing.

Hours:
Posted 10/17/12 (2 positions) Full-time 2nd shift 2:45 pm-11:15pm

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school in laboratory science field (i.e. chemistry, biology, etc.) Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, background check.

QC CHEMIST II

Job Description:
Routinely tests materials for potency, identification and contaminants. Processes and records data performs general administration duties, housekeeping, and dishwashing.

Hours:
Posted 10/17/12 (1 position) Full-time 2nd shift 6:45 am-3:15pm

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in laboratory science field (i.e. chemistry, biology, etc.) and two to five years laboratory experience including hands-on HPLC, GC, ICP/MS or LC/MS experience. Pre-employment testing required: drug screen, background check.