Planet Pharma · 20 hours ago
Senior Quality Control Associate
Holly Springs, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$31/hr - $41/hr
3+ years expPlanet Pharma is a company focused on supporting sample management and laboratory testing activities within the Quality Control department. The Senior Quality Control Associate will be responsible for managing samples and ensuring compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory requirements while collaborating with various teams to maintain efficient testing workflows.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Receive and log incoming samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and chain-of-custody documentation for all samples
Perform Analytical Testing: Prepare and execute routine and complex testing procedures for bioassay, chemistry, and microbiology following established protocols and regulatory standards
Evaluate and Document Results: Accurately record data, assess results for compliance with specifications, and ensure documentation meets GDP and GMP requirements
Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues: Identify technical issues during testing and escalate or resolve them using defined procedures; collaborate with senior staff for complex problems
Maintain Laboratory Equipment: Operate, calibrate, and perform basic maintenance on laboratory instruments (e.g., HPLC, ELISA platforms, microbiological incubators) to ensure readiness for testing
Support Investigations and Audits: Participate in laboratory investigations related to out-of-specification results or deviations; provide supporting documentation during audits
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with analysts and team leads across QC areas to meet project milestones and testing timelines
Continuous Improvement: Suggest process improvements and contribute to efficiency initiatives within QC labs
Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory requirements while performing testing and handling hazardous materials
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in a laboratory or sample management role
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment
Good communication and teamwork skills
Available to work night shifts (10 PM – 8 AM) on a 4/10 schedule
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Familiarity with LIMS or other sample tracking systems preferred
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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