Laboratory Tech I

Job Description

Job Description

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

• Laboratory Tech I - Rotating shift every three months.

Description:

Perform microbiological testing required for water used in the manufacturing process, raw materials, in process samples and final product following specifications. Perform microbiological testing such as bioburden and endotoxin to water samples used in the product manufacturing process and to the final product. Perform in process product testing such as bioburden, contamination check and endotoxin. Perform all the facilities and utilities environmental monitoring using Climet, RCS, and surface sampling. Perform gowning sampling as part of routine program and for qualification/routine requirements. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), safety rules and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Provide support to the manufacturing area during filling process.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing the environmental monitoring to the manufacturing area and laboratory test (Raw materials, in process sample and finished product) following the established parameters (policies, FDA, cGMP) and applicable regulations without impact to the manufacturing cycle or laboratory workflow.
• Document The results of the test and analysis performed accurately.
• Perform maintenance to laboratory equipment.
• Identify, collect, and submit samples to the MEC laboratory.
• Assure that all samples are collected, tested, and authorized as per schedule and following applicable procedure.
• Assist the MEC Laboratory Service, to maintain adequate inventory of materials, reagents, culture media, reference material, and general-purpose material for the operation of the Environmental Control Laboratory.
• Complete training and certifications on time as established in the training curriculums.
• Control and management for the disposal of domestic, biomedical, and hazardous wastes of the MEC area as applicable, ensuring compliance with Local and Federal regulations following the procedures and policies of the plant, division, and the corporation.
• Participate and promote continuous improvement to the Environmental health and safety (EH&S).

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Natural science with major in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology and or Minimum of One year of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent in a microbiology laboratory.
• Experience not required, but desirable.
• Available to work extended hours, possibility of weekends and holidays.
• Fully bilingual (English / Spanish) with excellent oral skills. ((Preferably)
• Must be proficient using MS Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Daily Work Schedule Expectations

• Candidates must be available to work any shift and Weekends based in business needs.
• Rotating shift every three months.
• 3 months in 1st shift for training.
• 3 months in 2nd shift.
• 3 months in 3rd shift.

After completion of 3 shifts, will be assign based in operational needs.

• Sunday to Thursday.
• Tuesday to Saturday.
• Holidays will be notify in advance.

Is overtime offered or required?

• Yes/Maybe.

At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.

Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.

Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.