Quality Lab Technician

Quality Lab Technician

The Quality Lab Technician is primarily responsible for performing laboratory testing and maintaining records according to established standards.

Essential duties/responsibilities/functions:

• Conduct HPLC analysis.
• Conduct physical and chemical analysis.
• Conduct IR analysis.
• Conduct UV/VIS analysis.
• Conduct sampling of raw material and finish product.
• Conduct laboratory equipment checks.
• Monitor temperature, humidity, cleaning, and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Maintain raw material log and storage.
• Maintain finish product storage system.
• Maintain adequate lab supplies, order and stock.
• Maintain lab environment: including clean and maintain work area, load and unload washer, keep environment clean and ready for use.
• Operate Laboratory Autoclave.
• Operate Rapid Micro System.
• Maintain agar and broth supply for microbiology.
• Follow all company safety and security procedures.
• Use and wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work.
• All other duties as assigned.

Marginal job functions:

• Assist with gathering information for audits/inspections.
• Maintain lab database, create analysis, lab reports and spreadsheets.
• Maintain finished product label system.
• Maintain accurate filing of all laboratory records.

Qualifications & skills required to perform job duties:

• Demonstrated knowledge of chemistry including common lab procedures such as microscopy, spectroscopy, chromatography and chemical separation.
• Proficient in basic analytical techniques and skills required for the preparation of samples for analysis.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Ability to execute technically sound experiments and to gather, analyze and present data, conclusions and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to interface at all levels of the organization.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to accurately convey results in lab reports.
• Strong self-initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient typing skills and computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and email.
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic, customer service orientation and passion for accuracy.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work cross functionally with various departments and disciplines.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Education and/or experience required to perform job duties:

• Associates degree in chemistry or other scientific discipline or a minimum of 6 years work experience in laboratory testing.