What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Laboratory Technician position at WuXi AppTec?
Overview
WuXi AppTec is a leading global pharmaceutical, medical device open-access capability and technology platform company with global operations. We have an opening in our Bioburden Department for an Associate Lab Technician.
Position Details:
Schedule: Tuesday - Friday 8:00 - 5:00 & Saturday 6:30 - 2:30
Starting Pay: $18/hr with opportunity for growth
Responsibilities
- Perform testing on clients samples: membrane filtration, pour plating
- Perform plate counting & calculations
- Prepare & package samples for sterilizer
- Perform environmental monitoring
- Perform daily laboratory maintenance & QA/QC checklist
- Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required
- Normally receives minimal instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments
- Works under close supervision from supervisor or senior personnel
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required
- Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
- Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating Procedures
- Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices
- May be required to work holidays and weekends
- May be required to work overtime
- Other duties as assigned
- May be required to assist in other departments
Qualifications
Experience / Education
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
- Need to be able to read, write and understand English
Physical Requirements:
- Perform activities with repetitive motions
- Color Vision - Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
- Lift / push / pull / carry / move up to 20 lbs. routinely
- Stand for long periods.
- Must be able to work in lab setting with exposure to biohazards / chemicals
- Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
- Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels
- Ability to stand / sit / walk for long periods of time
- Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach
- Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Salary : $18
