Lab Technician

Description

NO RECRUITER OR 3RD PARTY AGENCY CALLS FOR THIS POSITION.

Starting Salary - $24 per hour

POSITION PURPOSE:  Responsible for analyzing and blending chemical solutions, setting up and troubleshooting lab or production equipment, compiling technical reports, and interpreting results.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

 Act responsibly at all times to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of self, co-workers, visitors, neighbors, and property. This includes compliance with all RCC safety policies and procedures, and a working knowledge of government regulations, particularly hazardous material regulations.

 Understanding and following the instructions and specifications of chemists and blender technicians.

 Selecting and setting up the required lab equipment for tests, experiments, and analyses.

 Conducting lab tests for qualitative and quantitative analyses of various substances and materials.

 Assisting with the preparation of chemical solutions.

 Keeping the laboratory neat and clean and sterilizing all work surfaces and equipment.

 Regularly evaluate chemical inventory and equipment and requisition more as required.

 Training and monitoring other workers involved in chemical processing.

 Working alongside other chemists and blender technicians to develop improved production processes and methods.

 Interpreting test results and compiling technical reports.

 Stay abreast of ISO 17034 requirements and follow all RCC Standard Operating Procedures with special attention to those pertaining to the laboratory processes.

 Consistently meets/exceeds standards assigned within Functional Training Document (FTD) program.

 Any other tasks deemed necessary.

 Commitment to the organization's values; High Standards, Bias for Action, Teamwork, Customer Obsession, Trust, Accountability, Innovation and Growth & Learning.  

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS:

 Excellent knowledge of lab safety.

 The ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

 Strong analytical, observational, and time management skills.

 The ability to follow instructions and focus for extended periods.

 Knowledge of the concepts associated with chemistry.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 Associate’s Degree in Chemistry or similar field, such as biology, engineering or physics.

 Additional courses in math, biology, chemistry, and physics would be advantageous.

 Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in quality control analytical laboratory or regulated manufacturing environment preferably in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry.  Items covered in this job description are not all-inclusive of the expectations to perform this job satisfactorily. There may be times where management may require that you perform task not listed in this job description.

 Experience in handling and operating laboratory glassware and equipment for testing purposes. Working knowledge of ISO9001:2008 standards, cGMP/GLP regulation, and laboratory sample processes. Knowledge of ISO 17034 standard is a plus.

 This position requires a person to be able to speak, write and conduct business in English.  This person shall also have sufficient eyesight to read business documents and properly fill out appropriate Quality System Records and Forms.  

 This position should be able to understand and then follow written and verbal work instructions and quality system procedures without direct and constant supervision after the initial training period is successfully completed and documented.  This position should have sufficient mental capacity to accommodate and successfully implement changes in work tasks and quality system changes when required.  

 Strong organizational skills, meet deadlines, work independently and with the team with strong follow through, strong communication skills, both written and verbal and accuracy and attention to detail. 

Salary : $24