Lab Technician

Job Title:

Lab Technician

Job Description

The Lab Technician role is an entry-level position that does not require a degree and offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a professional laboratory environment. The technician supports batch release processes, documentation, and inventory management while assisting with basic lab preparation and organization. This position combines desk-based documentation and data entry with hands-on work in the lab and on the production floor, providing broad exposure to quality control, sample handling, and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

+ Perform extensive documentation and data entry to ensure all information is accurate, complete, and recorded correctly.

+ Manage inventory for materials on hold or in quarantine, ensuring proper tracking and status updates.

+ Participate in batch release processes by supporting documentation, sample handling, and coordination with relevant teams.

+ Release all raw materials, inactive and active materials, and finished goods in accordance with established procedures.

+ Coordinate and process third-party contract releases, ensuring accurate documentation and communication.

+ Handle customer sample releases, including all communication with customers and proper documentation of activities.

+ Maintain stability commitments by ensuring all stability samples are collected and stored under appropriate conditions.

+ Pull stability samples at the beginning of each month and ensure they are processed according to procedures.

+ Sample and handle all raw materials, inactive and active materials, and finished goods in alignment with quality and safety standards.

+ Approve containers for use by verifying they meet specified requirements.

+ Generate specification sheets for testing to support laboratory scientists and quality control activities.

+ Track all annual testing requirements and maintain accurate entries in the appropriate log books.

+ Coordinate with the production team to align sampling schedules with production activities.

+ Maintain record retention for seven years for all papers and samples, ensuring compliance with documentation requirements.

+ Archive records and samples appropriately to support long-term traceability and audits.

+ Update and maintain all master files to ensure current and accurate information is available.

+ Update and maintain all standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production and laboratory operations.

+ Maintain and update the index log for master logs to ensure easy access and traceability of documents.

+ Maintain approved vendor letters and perform vendor verification activities as required.

+ Set up laboratory equipment for basic testing and preparation activities.

+ Perform basic lab preparation, including media preparation, organization of lab spaces, and supporting scientists with routine tasks.

+ Wash laboratory dishes and glassware to maintain a clean and organized work area.

+ Weigh samples accurately and perform basic sample preparation in the lab area behind the desk.

+ Label samples and containers correctly to ensure traceability and prevent mix-ups.

+ Collaborate with the production team on the production floor to perform sampling of products and support quality control processes.

+ Support microbiology and biology-related lab activities as needed, under the guidance of scientists.

+ Demonstrate consistent attention to detail and a high level of initiative in all tasks to support overall lab quality and efficiency.

Essential Skills

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Experience with document control, including updating, maintaining, and archiving records and master files.

+ Demonstrated ability to perform documentation review and data entry with strong attention to detail.

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Experience with basic lab preparation, including setting up equipment, media preparation, and organizing lab spaces.

+ Familiarity with laboratory environments and interest in working in a lab setting.

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Experience with inventory management and inventory control, particularly for materials on hold or in quarantine.

+ Ability to support batch records and batch release processes through accurate documentation and sample handling.

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Experience with labeling, handling, and tracking samples and containers in a lab or production environment.

+ Comfort working with lab equipment and performing basic maintenance tasks such as dishwashing and equipment setup.

+ Understanding of good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality control (QC) concepts.

+ Basic exposure to microbiology or biology, either through previous work or training.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks, particularly documentation and sample handling.

+ High level of initiative and willingness to take ownership of tasks and follow through.

+ Prior documentation experience in a lab, production, or quality environment.

+ Ability to coordinate with production and lab teams and communicate clearly about sampling and release activities.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ No degree required; candidates with…