What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Technician 2 position at Merck KGaA?
Your Role
The intermediate level Physical Test Lab Quality Control Technician will be supporting the full operation of the testing of biopharmaceutical filtration devices with a focus on maximizing safety, quality, and productivity. This role supports intermediate level testing operations through basic troubleshooting on set-ups of testing processes. You will need a basic level of knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management Systems. This is a C shift position 11:00pm - 7:00AM. Duties include:
Test products safely and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Quality and Safety Specifications and GMP standards.
Safely set up and operate quality lab test equipment and monitor required inputs and outputs on equipment such as pressurized vessels, steam equipment, and various test stands.
Support quality lab operations and projects under the supervision of senior technicians.
Accurately complete documentation per GMP standards. Consistently demonstrate understanding of testing and paper and electronic documentation of quality sample processing.
Initiate and participate in Out of Specification (OOS) investigations.
Assist with execution of protocols, qualifications, and validations.
Develop skills to independently perform physical testing.
Ensure a clean and orderly workspace.
Proactive identification of safety, quality, and productivity concerns. Actively report hazardous conditions or hazardous behaviors observed in the working environment and the site.
Perform basic level troubleshooting and set-ups.
Review and verify test and process data. Ensure accurate entry of data into the Laboratory Information Management System.
Participate in sustainability efforts.
Works under close supervision.
Physical requirements
Exposure to machinery and equipment, chemical reagents, biological materials at Biosafety Levels 1 and 2, in a laboratory environment.
100% Standing and/or sitting for duration of shift, up to 12 hours.
Frequent lifting of 20 - 30 lbs. necessary/Max lifting - 40 to 50 lbs.
Bend and twist as needed.
Grasp, manipulate and handle objects consistently and regularly.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
1+ years of laboratory or cGMP manufacturing experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of laboratory or cGMP manufacturing experience.
Associates degree in Life Science discipline.
Knowledge of EHS, ISO, cGMP, and other manufacturing regulatory requirements.
Computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
Reliable and self-motivated.
Read, follow and understand operating procedures and documentation.
Salary : $43,000 - $58,000