Drug Manufacturing Technician

Drug Manufacturing TechnicianLocation: Gretna, LADuration: 06 Months with possible extensionPositive Aliquoter. In this role, the individual will be responsible for removing presumptive positive samples and aliquoting samples for confirmation in accordance with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations.ResponsibilitiesRemove presumptive positives, aliquot for confirmation, arrange aliquots in orderStore positive samples in refrigerator/freezer areaRemove positive samples from freezer for re-aliquotReceive and open specimens delivered to the laboratory for analysisReview and document acceptability of specimen and chain of custody formsDestroy specimens; as neededClean and maintain work area dailyAdhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor informationMust comply with company policyBasic Qualifications | Education:High school education or GED preferredCompetenciesBasic ability to use a computerBasic ability to understand laboratory technique and proceduresBasic ability to communicate ideasAdvanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodiesBasic ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systemsPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift and/or move 50 poundsAbility to have full body movementMust have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable normsMental/Reasoning RequirementsAbility to cope with stress due to production obligationsAbility to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40) and CAP-FUDT guidelinesAbility to communicate with other employees and supervisorsAbility to provide input and recommendations on operationsWork EnvironmentClimate-controlled office and testing laboratory environmentMust be able to work in a refrigerated and 20-degree freezer area for storing and removing samplesMust be able to climb stairsMay be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials