Pay Rate Low: 20 | Pay Rate High: 23

The Quality Lab Technician works closely with Manufacturing and customers to ensure all products meet or exceed quality expectations and regulatory standards.

Location: Roanoke, VA 
Type: Contract to hire

Shift:

• 2nd Shift: Thursday - Monday; 3:00 PM -11:00 PM $20 - 23/hr

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Primary Responsibilities

• Perform testing on bulk and finished products (pH, viscosity, odor, color, appearance).

• Prepare dye percent-solution formulas and provide proper batch-coloring specifications to Compounders.

• Issue NCMRs (Nonconformance Reports) for rejected samples or non-conforming materials; notify Customer Service and customers as required.

• Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for bulk product shipments.

• Retest bulk materials as needed and update product status in AS400; document all nonconformances.

• Maintain product standards, retains, and reference samples.

• Enforce cGMPs, company policies, and safety requirements at all times.

• Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Complete annual recertification as a “Certified Nose” and “Certified Color Vision” tester.

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Minimum Qualifications

Chemistry Degree Preferred — Fresh Graduates Encouraged to Apply!

If Degreed:

• B.S. in Chemistry (or related cosmetic, pharmaceutical, QA/QC field) — No experience required

If Not Degreed:

• A.S. degree in chemistry or related field — 1 year of lab experience required

• High School Diploma/GED — 3–5 years of lab experience in cosmetic, pharma, or QC required

Additional Skills:

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.

• Proficient with counting scales, RF scanners, Microsoft Office, AS400, SAP, Interspec, QCBD.

• Strong teamwork, communication, and willingness to train others.

• Demonstrated safe work behavior and reliability.

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekends as needed.
  
  This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
  
  
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