We're seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory procedures, compliance with industry standards, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. This person must be bilingual (english/spanish)
Location: Miramar
Full-time 1st shift
Key Responsibilities:
- Complies with all cGLP/GMP and safety requirements, laboratory SOP’s and Company policies. Complies with good housekeeping and safety practices; washes glassware and ensures cleanliness of testing equipment
- Responsible for laboratory housekeeping, change waste containers, gas cylinders and washing of glassware
- Performs a full range of testing of raw materials, components and finished product, prepares sample solutions, and maintains appropriate sample testing documentation
- Performs sampling and testing in accordance with SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Procedures (cGMPs)
- Conducts routine analysis of raw materials, using Soleris system
- Prepares and maintains volumetric tests and solutions
- Disposes waste according to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and transfer of gas cylinders as instructed by supervisor/manager
- Maintains appropriate documentation (records and lab notebooks) as required by SOP’s and cGLP’s
- Receives and controls laboratory samples as needed.
- Occasionally receives laboratory supplies and chemicals, maintaining inventory control
- Prepares and tracks purchase orders for lab supplies
- Assists the Chemist and Microbiologist in their duties when requested
- Enters the purchasing orders for the materials required by the laboratory
- Performs related duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Science preferred or equivalent job experience.
- 1 - 3 years’ experience in a laboratory setting.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Basic math skills and knowledge in GMPs and safety practices
- Ability to carry 50+ pounds; position involves on a weekly basis carrying about 6 tanks of 50+ pounds.
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment, including HPLC, ICP, or titrators.
Other Requirements:
- Must be available Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires standing, bending, lifting, handling chemicals, and using monitors and computers.
Work Environment:
- Works frequently in a laboratory environment.