Vi-Jon is one of the nation’s oldest brand and private label Health and Beauty Care companies, serving retailers in all 50 states and Canada. For over 106 years, the Vi-Jon name has come to represent some of the highest standards in the manufacturing of quality products in the Health and Beauty Care industry. The Vi-Jon corporate headquarters are in St. Louis, Missouri, and we operate manufacturing and distribution centers in Missouri and Tennessee 24 hours a day.

Vi-Jon is a company of tradition and commitment to our associates and our customers, and our company culture reflects that. By joining Vi-Jon, you will become part of a team-oriented and entrepreneurial culture that allows associates to grow both personally and professionally. We recognize that a company is not a building, production line, equipment or products, but people. Our company is not made up of just people, but individuals who together make up a team – the Vi-Jon team.

POSITION SUMMARY: Prioritize daily sample testing and perform a variety of laboratory tests on raw materials, in-process and finished batches. Review compounding and laboratory records for accuracy and completeness. Must become thoroughly versed in all areas required of Analyst I & II. Investigate customer complaints, OOS/OOT results and implement any corrective action as determined by QC supervision. Aid in training new Analysts. 

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: 

Essential Functions 

1. Behavior: Exhibit team player qualities of cooperation and coordination; professional interaction in all business contacts.
2. Attendance/Punctuality: Presence at work on time when scheduled is a mandatory function 
3. Safety: Compliance with all company safety rules, procedures, and guidelines is mandatory.
4. Perform laboratory analysis on incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products per established procedures, including wet chemistry, GC & HPLC.
5. Prepare samples for chromatographic analysis, prepare standard and reagent solutions.
6. Prepare media and plates for micro testing and conduct microbiological environmental testing for compounding tank and production line clearance. 
7. Perform general housekeeping duties.
8. Sample raw materials per approved procedures.
9. Coordinate information flow within the laboratory and to internal customers. 
10. Access, input, and retrieve information from the QC computer systems.
11. Disposition of raw materials, process samples and finished products for use or sale.
12. Be thoroughly versed in GMP regulations and ensure that all laboratory documentation meets standards for completeness and accuracy.
13. Demonstrate a complete understanding of safe procedures for processing, analyzing, and storage of hazardous and/or flammable products and raw materials in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines. 
14. Document deviations in performance not anticipated or indicated in test procedures.
15. Be or become thoroughly familiar with QC and manufacturing process and work flow, QC retain program and documentation procedures.
16. Work with minimal supervision, re-prioritizing work schedules quickly.
17. Be proficient in performing routine GC and HPLC analysis including integration and result calculations.
18. Become familiar and assist with OOS/OOT and Customer complaint investigations.
19. Become familiar and assist with Method Development Protocols and conduct requisite testing. 
20. Become familiar and assist with IQ/OQ/PQ and instrument validation/calibration tasks.
21. Become familiar and assist with Method Transfer protocols and requisite testing.
22. Become familiar and assist with Annual/New Supplier Validations protocol, sample transfer and testing process.
23. Become familiar and assist with SOP creation, review and revision activities.
24. Become familiar and assist with Stability protocol and testing processes.
25. Become familiar and assist with supplies/services ordering process.
26. Become familiar and assist with contract manufacturing protocol and work flow.
27. Become familiar and assist with instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
28. Must be able to perform any routine task in the laboratory in an efficient manner. 
29. Must provide timely, accurate information to production personnel.
30. Participate in meetings as required.
31. Complete training assignments as required. 

Physical Activities: Walking, talking, hearing, climbing, balancing, reaching, grasping, standing, and stooping.  

Physical Demands: Occasionally lift boxes of product 5-40 lb. Frequently lift samples 1-5 lb. 

Visual Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less, with the ability to distinguish colors and adjust eye to bring objects into sharper focus. 

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Worker exposed to extreme heat and cold with temperatures sufficiently high or low to
cause marked bodily discomfort. Exposed to sufficient noise to cause worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Worker exposed to
hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts. Works in laboratory, production line and warehouse environments. 

Knowledge: Requires BS/BA degree in Chemistry or related science and thorough understanding of FDA regulations. Education may be offset by progressively
responsible experience. Also requires thorough working knowledge of laboratory and/or test procedures. Ability to use laboratory equipment in a safe, efficient manner.  

Experience: Requires a minimum 2 years of progressive Quality Control experience, with proficiency in a laboratory environment. Demonstrated interpersonal skills are vital. Must be able to work well independently and make quick decisions under pressure. Requires a minimum of 5 years ViJon specific QC
experience when degree requirement is not met. 

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work
Aids: Computer & related programs, laboratory glassware, sampling equipment, chemical reagents, pH meter, viscometer, balance, hydrometers, HPLC, GC, FT-1R, Federal Register, and standard office equipment. 

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:
None identified 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. The tasks listed are commonly associated with the defined position and are not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate. 

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. 

All activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s). 

An essential element of the Vi-Jon culture is our commitment to diversity. Vi-Jon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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 health and beauty care industry.