Job Description

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

The QC Analyst is an integral part of our Laboratory Services team based out of our Ireland - Sligo site.

Position Details

The QC Analyst will be responsible for supporting utility qualification, utility testing, environmental monitoring, product testing and other tasks as required at the Phibro Animal Health Ltd. site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand and support testing of product samples including raw materials, intermediates and finished goods as well as environmental and clean utilities samples.
• Performance of laboratory tests as per standard operating procedures.
• Recording of analytical results accurately.
• Operations, maintenance and calibration of laboratory instruments.
• Generation or updates of necessary documentation to support the QC laboratory, i.e. procedures, work instructions and protocols.
• Execute microbiological/product method validations as needed for product and clean utilities qualification program.
• Performs bioburden and endotoxin sample analysis in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• When required, performs virus neutralization and viral titration sample analysis in accordance with SOPs.
• Performs or supports the sample analysis for microbial identification.
• Conducts laboratory investigations and generates reports in response to invalid assays, deviations, OOS/OOT.
• Presents analytical data/trend reports clearly and concisely to management.
• Sampling and testing to support qualification and re-validation of utilities and cleanrooms.
• Ensures cGMP & GLP standards are maintained and adherence to scheduled to meet regulatory and business requirements.
• Support the execution of pilot scale vaccine manufacturing processes for proof-of-concept and optimization trials.
• Other duties as required.

KEY COMPETENCIES, REQUIREMENTS, COMPLEXITY

• Knowledge of microbiology, chemical and physical test methods.
• Excellent attention to detail and significant data review experience essential.
• Effective time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Demonstrate ability to drive the completion of tasks, trouble shooting skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent technical writing skills including investigation reports, deviation reports and validation reports.
• Adaptable and flexible to meet the companies requirements.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, YEAR OF EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of an Honours Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g. biochemistry, chemistry, biotechnology, biopharmaceutical science). A Bachelor’s degree in Science with additional significant microbiology lab experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 3 years of industry experience within a GMP laboratory. Significant microbiological skills and understanding will be considered an advantage.
• Experience with vaccines would be preferable particularly in the area of viral titrations, ELISA and PCR testing.
• Must have experience in authoring, review and execution of method validations studies and reports.
• Experience in laboratory investigations, deviations and change controls will be considered an advantage.
• Experience gowning and entering cleanroom areas.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division: Animal Health & Nutrition

Department: Laboratory Services

Location: Ireland - Sligo

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (40 Hours)