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Westfield, Ma, Us

Hard Coat AnodizeAdminister anodic coatings for aluminum and aluminum alloys per MIL-A-8625 F, Type III for military and aerospace applications.-Receive packages to visually inspect parts for defects and proper processing/handling-Rack parts according to blueprints/schematics to ensure proper electrical contact-General handling of tools such as wrenches, ratchets, pliers, bolts, nuts, etc.-Cleaning of aluminum parts via alkaline soaps and deoxidizers-Use of micrometer/tri-micrometer or tape measure to find square footage of parts-Calculate amperage for the load power and to set the rectifier accordingly-Fisherscope parts to determine anodize thickness layer-Use of LIMS to input data, track processes and update progress on jobs

Lee, Massachusetts, United States

StabilityAdministered stability programs and perform testing of stability samples. Responsible for setting up and monitoring stability studies, ensuring stability equipment is validated and functional, testing samples at pre-determined time points and evaluating results. Conducted all work under the general supervision and direction of the QC Stability Supervisor. Work in compliance with GDP, OSHA, FDA, and other regulatory agency requirements applicable to quality operations, safety and compliance.-Perform laboratory testing of finished product and stability samples-Create and revise documentation related to testing such as SOPs, test methods, protocols, and reports. Author and revise quality control procedures and specifications as necessary-Use of LIMS to maintain stability packets and information pertaining to individual clients and work performed-Calibrate laboratory instrumentation-Perform laboratory maintenance activities such as temperature checks, ordering laboratory supplies, cleaning-Appropriate disposal of laboratory/hazardous waste-Prepare shipments of samples to contract testing laboratories and interfacing with outside laboratories QCAMaintained and processed data for Finished Products in the Quality Control department. Performed testing in accordance with specified batch record modules and with United States Pharmacopeia and European Pharmacopoeia, as well as in-house test methods. Work in compliance with GDP, OSHA, FDA, and other regulatory agency requirements applicable to quality operations, safety and compliance.-Ph. Eur. 2.2.1 clarity/opalescence-Ph. Eur. 2.2.2 color of solution-USP 697, container content-USP 755, minimum fill-USP 785, Osmolality-USP 788, sub-visible particulate matter-USP 790, pH-USP 857, UV/Vis, nanodrop-USP 911, viscosity-USP 921, moisture content-USP 1207, container closure-Thin Layer Chromatography

East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, United States

ExtractionsPreparation of samples for a variety of analyses within SV-GS & SV-MS.-Appropriate disposal and transfer of hazardous waste-Extraction of matrices including: soil, product solids, caulking, paint, sludge, and air samples Concentration of microwave (3546) and Soxhlet (3540) extracted samples using closed-loop evaporator (Buchi)-Spiking and surrogating Quality Control samples and with specific compounds based on analysis-Preparing chemical solvents used for extraction and glassware cleaning-Recording data accurately on client bench sheets -Understanding and knowledge of the use of Element Data SystemPercent Solids -Daily calibration of 4 digit scale-Recording work in log book, record keeping -Extracting soils to be placed in oven overnight to dry samples -Ensured data was analyzed in order to pass results on the further testing in other departmentsLog-in, sample receiving -Processing samples through Element Data System in order for the lab to determine which analyses are required for each department-Prioritizing due dates and expiration dates for high value samples and clients-Lifting of heavy coolers with samples-Organizing and arranging samples in an orderly manner to complete the client's Chain of Custody