Laboratory Assistant

Job: Lab Instrument Services and Asset Manager

Location: Bothell, WA 98021 (Onsite)

Shift: 1st Shift 7am-3:30pm

Salary range- $45-48K/Annum

Job Description:

• Managing a Lab Instrument Services and Asset Management Team to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory spaces in a scientific research and development facility. Effectively communicate with the site management team and end users.
• Manage the Laboratory Instrument Services (LIS) program in a GxP Pharmaceutical Research Environment
• Perform strategic asset planning and systematic analysis and management of physical assets within laboratories to enhance utilization and performance.
• Oversee and manage in house calibration technicians and scheduler/planners.
• Oversee contractor management for Analytical laboratory instrumentation i.e. HPLC, Spectroscopy, etc.
• Oversee pipette calibration program.
• Support industrial calibration needs on Facility systems.
• Conduct thorough analysis of current laboratory space usage to identify underutilized areas and bottlenecks.
• Evaluate layout, equipment placement, and workflow patterns.
• Implement effective systems for tracking and managing laboratory equipment.
• Implement regular maintenance schedules, calibration, and inventory management to ensure that equipment is always in optimal condition.
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to understand specific requirements of laboratory spaces by gathering input from researchers and staff to identify pain points and areas for improvement.
• Assure department meets established Key Performance Indicator Metrics (KPI)
• Utilizes Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders and monitor performance.
• Assure program complies with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Assure department adheres to strong safety program and safety culture.
• Serve as primary liaison to and Client management teams.
• Oversee Calibration Reference Standards Program
• Track and trend calibration program performance and instrument failure rates.
• Instrumentation subject to calibration is typical in a Pharmaceutical Laboratory: Freezers, Centrifuges, Incubators, Balances, HPLC, Liquid Handlers, Pipettes
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor. As the Lab Instrument Services and Asset Manager you will be expected to:
• Work in a team environment with a one team mentality; be friendly, respectful, empathetic, and professional to teammates and clients.
• Value and respect employee authenticity and demonstrate cultural awareness to create a memorable experience and a respectful workplace.
• Balance workload and multiple tasks while focusing on attention to detail and prioritizing assignments.
• Take initiative to resolve issues that arise and solve problems independently; shift priorities as needed or requested by management and remain flexible
• Other duties as assigned by management Communication
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint
• Ability to communicate clearly via phone
• Ability to work closely with customer during site emergencies.
• Excellent oral and written communications
• Excellent interpersonal skills, i.e., listening to customer needs, articulating path forward and giving solutions that provide value to the customer, etc.
• Accurately document electronic and paper cataloging system to provide information to customer or regulatory personnel.
• Strive for quick complaint resolution; to resolve problems on the first call and avoid escalation of issues through operational knowledge.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• 7 years of experience working in a pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial, or related laboratory environment, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with calibration and standards programs, metrology principals, as well as USP Guidance and other industry guidance documents: GAMP Guide, ISO guidance
• Ability to pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and be able to successfully complete a fit test for several types of respirators.
• Ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
• Ability to read and understand information contained in a variety of documents or displayed on a computer screen. Demonstrated fluency in computer use including the full Microsoft product line.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate driver`s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, as requested.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

Some physical/special requirements include:

• Regularly lift to 50 lbs
• Regularly climb ladders, steps, and scaffolding
• Repetitive motions: bend, stoop, squat, kneel, stretch, reach, wrist movement.
• Walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
• Work at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions
• Ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
• Wear safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific Discipline
• Experience working in a GMP or similar regulated environment such as hospitals, biomedical or pharmaceutical campuses.
• 10 years of experience working in a pharmaceutical, chemical, industrial, or related laboratory environment, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working experience with calibration and standards programs, metrology principals, as well as USP Guidelines and Industry Guidance Documents: GAMP Guide to Calibration Management, ISO Guide 17025
• Understanding of calibration of Process Instrumentation on equipment such as Autoclaves and Glassware Washers.
• Understanding of calibration of Laboratory equipment including Incubators, Freezers, Refrigerators, Centrifuges, Ovens, and/or Shakers.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); EAMS experience is a plus.
• Experience interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Lab instrument: 10 years (Preferred)
• CMMS: 5 years (Preferred)
• GAMP: 5 years (Preferred)
• IOS guidanvey: 5 years (Preferred)
• USP Guidances: 5 years (Preferred)
• EAMS: 5 years (Preferred)
• GLP: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $48,000