Laboratory Technician

Shift Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Lab Technician 1 - Onsite, full‑time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Lebanon, NJ) Compensation: $20.00 per hour Summary Assist laboratory personnel with the performance of various laboratory functions as directed by Laboratory Management. Essential Functions Ensure that all glassware are properly washed and stored in the assigned locations. Perform routine laboratory support tasks that enable laboratory personnel to meet the laboratory’s testing demand effectively and efficiently. Job duties include, but are not limited to, preparing sample/standard solutions, cutting plastic bottles and caps, crushing glass using a ball mixer, weighing materials, managing chemical inventories, disposing of waste, and conducting basic chemistry tests. Perform analysis such as FTIR, light transmission, and DSC analyses and document results within cGMP guidelines. Independently perform USP ( 671 ) Container Qualification Testing. Perform weekly laboratory maintenance as directed by laboratory management. Adhere to quality and safety programs. Perform other related duties as assigned. Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team. Promote and support the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; act in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. Qualifications Education and Experience High School diploma is required. An associate’s degree in chemistry or a related field is preferred and prior work experience (minimum of 1 year) in a testing laboratory setting is ideal. Required Knowledge and Skills Microsoft Office knowledge is preferred. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work within the defined GMP quality system. Physical/Mental Requirements Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment, and stamina to sit and stand for extended periods. Exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Working Environment Work is performed in a lab, warehouse, and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gases, noxious odors, and related items in a lab and sample setting. Benefits When you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full‑time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability, and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft. Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr