QA Investigator

Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we’re on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries.

If you’re passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job – it’s a journey of growth and achievement.

Then, this position is right for you!

Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit www.jostchemical.com

Our offer:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days.
• 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
• 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year
• Foot Protection- annual allowance for all laboratory, maintenance and production employees.
• 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
• We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

• 3+ years working in a regulated pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing environment
• 1-3 years direct experience in conducting investigations, root cause analysis, and execution of CAPAs in an FDA regulated environment
• Familiar with root cause analysis and utilization of investigation tools and methods
• Strong critical thinking, analytical thinking, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of GMP, ICH, pharmaceutical compendia and FDA expectations
• Strong technical writing skills and understanding of complex and complicated issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting productivity demands
• Ability to present on issues, trends, and similar events with clear, concise, technical language
• Proficient in various software programs (Word, Excel, eQMS...)

Primary Responsibilities

• Initiate, track, trend, lead, write, and close all investigations into internal failures and external customer complaints
• Drive completion of all corrective and preventive actions in a timely manner
• Assist department specific subject matter experts in root cause analysis
• Regularly conduct personnel interviews to learn sequence of events in root cause determination
• Review test data for chemical analyses as inherent part of investigations
• Develop investigation SOPs, work instructions, and conduct associated training
• Ensure proper verification of effectiveness for all corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain the corrective and preventive actions database and analyze trends
• Work with all aspects of operations (Production, Packaging, Project Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Maintenance...) to ensure timely completion of CAPAs
• Ability to escalate actions cross-functionally when deadlines are approaching
• Participate in daily quality meetings to speak on status of issues and bring awareness to / resolve any developing trends
• Participate in cross functional meetings relating to failures
• Assist with creating weekly reports on all open investigations and ensure timely completion of investigations
• Assist with creating monthly reports on failure metrics and trends