QC Lab Technician (Laborant)

As a QC Lab Technician (Laborant) in our QC lab , you will be primarily responsible to perform chemical and physical testing on raw materials, in-process and semi-finished or finished products to determine adherence to prescribed specifications. This is an opportunity to work in an international company in development and growth - in addition to working with exciting technology and advanced chemistry in a brand new laboratory.

Job description:

• Analyze incoming raw materials, comparing results with supplier’s CoA to ascertain conformance against Balchem’s purchase specifications (mainly HPLC, IR, Karl Fischer, TLC).

• Analyze Finished Product and Work In Process (WIP) materials for conformance to specification.

• Record all results following the appropriate SOPs and test methods.

• Notify appropriate production personnel of any material failing to meet specification OR testing outside its prescribed action limits/target values. Record results in the ERP system.

• Prepare, standardize and label / document laboratory reagents according to written procedures. Discard all reagents past their expiration date in a safe and approved manner.

• Ensure that all analytical glassware is clean and defect-free and that all equipment is within calibration and deemed “suitable for use”.

• Perform and record daily/weekly QC checks to ensure that equipment is operating correctly to ensure the accuracy and reproducibility of data being reported from the QC laboratory.

• Participate in proficiency testing program

• Carry out special projects as required by being an active participant on various site teams and initiatives.

• Ensure that the daily work practices in the laboratory and stock room are safe and consistent with site policies including the Chemical Hygiene Plan. Follows all safety policies and procedures including use of safety equipment (PPE) and equipment safeguards.

• Dispose of all laboratory waste as directed. Adhere to all policies on handling hazardous waste.

• Focus on Safety. Adhering to safety standards is paramount in a production environment. Identifying potential hazards and taking proactive steps to mitigate risks is a key responsibility. Responsible for food safety and notifying manager of any incident affecting food safety.

• Vocational education as Laboratory Technician (Faglaborant) with a minimum of one year experience in analytical chemistry, or at least three years’ experience in an analytical laboratory or related process laboratory.

• Experience from industrial / production environment will be preferred.

• Experience with HPLC and Wet Chemistry analyses is essential.

• A solid grasp of the specific production processes used in the company (chemical synthesis) is an advantage.

• Experience with Agilent software is an advantage.

• Excellent communication skills in English and Norwegian or another Scandinavian language. Communicating effectively findings, issues, and recommendations effectively with production teams, engineers, and management is important.

Personal qualities:

• Attention to Detail. Ensuring consistent product quality requires meticulous attention to detail in following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols. Detecting and addressing any deviations or defects in the production process demands keen observation skills.

• Balancing multiple tasks, such as sample testing, equipment calibration, and process monitoring, requires excellent organizational skills / the ability to multitask.

• Reliability. Being reliable and consistent in your work ensures that production runs smoothly and that deadlines are met. Taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of your work is crucial.

• Flexibility. Production schedules may require flexibility in working hours or adapting to different roles as needed.

• Production lab work can be physically demanding, requiring standing for long periods, lifting, or handling materials.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work in a well-equipped and brand new laboratory.

• A professionally interesting position in a company in strong development and growth.

• Good insurance schemes, joint lunch scheme.

• Good and professional working environment, with an informal tone.