Quality Control Analyst I

Quality Control Analyst I - Contract - Fort Worth, TX - $22.00 - $25.55/hr

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Quality Control Analyst I in Fort Worth, TX

Role Description

Ensure that lab cleanliness and biosafety standards are maintained, including proper handling and disposal of biological materials.
Develop and qualify new microbiological or biological testing methods (e.g., microbial limits, endotoxin testing, cell-based assays).
Train other analysts to perform biological assays and microbiological procedures.
Perform visual inspections of biological samples and finished products for contamination or abnormalities.
Participate in internal assessments and audits related to biological testing and biosafety compliance.
Identify and troubleshoot issues with biological testing equipment (e.g., incubators, autoclaves, biosafety cabinets).
Evaluate new biological technologies and methods (e.g., PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry) and recommend their implementation.
Serve as a technical liaison between microbiology/biology labs and other departments, vendors, or contractors.
Coordinate biological and microbiological testing with contract laboratories and vendors.
Write technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, biological testing protocols, and microbial trend analyses.
Write or revise standard operating procedures for biological and microbiological quality control.
Supply biological quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.
Receive and inspect biological raw materials (e.g., cell lines, reagents, growth media).
Review data from contract microbiology labs to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Prepare or review method transfer documentation for biological assays, including technical transfer protocols or reports.
Perform validations or transfers of biological and microbiological methods in accordance with applicable guidelines.
Participate in out-of-specification and contamination investigations and recommend corrective actions.
Monitor biological testing procedures to ensure compliance with established specifications and protocols.
Investigate or report questionable biological test results.
Interpret biological test results, compare them to specifications, and make recommendations on data suitability for release.
Identify biological quality problems and recommend solutions.
Evaluate biological testing methods and procedures for potential improvements.
Complete documentation needed to support biological testing procedures, including data capture forms and equipment logbooks.
Calibrate, validate, or maintain biological lab equipment.
Compile biological test data and perform appropriate statistical or trend analyses.
Conduct routine and non-routine biological and microbiological analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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