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Quality Control Analysts: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.

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This source lists 26 tasks, including 21 marked Core and 5 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2020.

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Core · Task 16980 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.

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Core · Task 16974 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.

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Core · Task 16978 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.

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Core · Task 16961 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.

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Core · Task 16956 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Perform visual inspections of finished products.

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Core · Task 16977 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.

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Core · Task 16979 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.

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Core · Task 16959 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.

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Core · Task 16964 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.

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Core · Task 16973 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Investigate or report questionable test results.

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Core · Task 16972 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.

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Core · Task 16975 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.

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Core · Task 16971 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.

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Core · Task 16967 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Receive and inspect raw materials.

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Core · Task 16955 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.

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Core · Task 16966 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.

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Core · Task 16957 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors.

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Core · Task 16965 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Write or revise standard quality control operating procedures.

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Core · Task 16958 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.

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Core · Task 16970 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines.

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Core · Task 16976 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.

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Supplemental · Task 16969 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Prepare or review required method transfer documentation including technical transfer protocols or reports.

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Supplemental · Task 16968 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Review data from contract laboratories to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

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Supplemental · Task 16962 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Develop and qualify new testing methods.

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Supplemental · Task 16963 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Coordinate testing with contract laboratories and vendors.

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Supplemental · Task 16960 · 08/2020 · Incumbent

Evaluate new technologies and methods to make recommendations regarding their use.

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