Quality Technologist (Biotech)

Company: VMRD, Inc., Pullman, WA

Job Title: Quality Technologist

Type: FT, Non-Exempt

Department: Quality

Pay Range: $22-$28 per hour

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays; retirement plan; and other company sponsored benefits.

Job Summary:

The Quality Technologist performs diagnostic assays to assess conformance to company quality specifications and regulatory requirements for products manufactured and provided by VMRD. The work is performed onsite within the Quality Control (QC) laboratory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows all policies, protocols, regulatory guidelines, and SOPs; Develops and updates SOPs as needed

• Efficiently and accurately performs product testing (such as qPCR, ELISA, AGID, IFA, LFD), including completing proper documentation
• Generates, performs preliminary analysis, and properly archives data

• Calibrates, operates, and maintains critical equipment

• Creates and edits QC documents such as COAs and worksheets
• Maintains inventory of critical raw materials and supplies necessary for the lab
• Proactively coordinates and prioritizes with other departments to meet customer-driven deadlines
• Proficiency in performing all regular QC functions independently, after training

• At all times, maintains audit readiness of QC's physical and electronic records
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams toward achieving business objectives and financial targets by addressing/improving Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Growth

• Contributes to a culture of continuous process improvement

• Assist with other duties as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Treats others with mutual respect and regard
• Completes work with accuracy, thoroughness, and a high level of attention to detail while following detailed SOPs
• Decisiveness and the ability to work quickly through simultaneous tasks; ability to adjust priorities daily within a dynamic environment
• Interest in continual learning with base-level knowledge in molecular biology and immunology
• High degree of scientific understanding, curiosity, and dedication to scientific rigor
• Solid problem-solving abilities and lab technique (e.g. pipetting, performing dilutions, making buffers).
• Written and verbal communication competency
• Exhibits constancy and reliability; produces dependable work results
• Working knowledge of USDA-CVB, GLP, 9CFR Part 113, and other applicable regulatory bodies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and adaptability to other software

Desired Qualifications and Experiences:

• 3+ years of experience with quality or manufacturing roles within the biotech industry, ideally focused on diagnostic assays using qPCR and ELISA
• Experience with QT9™ QMS software and laboratory information management software systems

Education, Licenses and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in the sciences preferred or 4+ years of equivalent experience
• Experience working within a diagnostic laboratory setting

Physical Requirements for the Job:

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving to perform benchwork mixed with seated computer work at a desk

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

VMRD, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources by email at HR@vmrd.com or phone at 509.336.4467. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights - Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, available at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.

About Us:   VMRD (Veterinary Medical Research and Development) researches, develops and manufactures veterinary diagnostic test kits and related reagents for distribution in nearly eighty countries. VMRD's Testing Services division, performs specialized testing of raw materials, cells and seeds for the presence of adventitious agents according to regulatory guidelines for the global veterinary and pharmaceutical industries. VMRD delivers best in class products and services, making a positive impact on animal welfare through diagnostic laboratories, animal producers, veterinary vaccine manufacturers, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies and veterinarians globally. VMRD's mission is to provide high quality products, services and support to our customers, and to provide a harmonious and rewarding work environment for our employees. As a family centric company, we appreciate work life balance and strive to follow the Golden Rule.

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