Lab Technician

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As a global leader in serving the scientific community, the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Position: Lab Technician



Location: Florence, SC 29506



Duration: 12 Months



Job Type: Temporary Assignment



Work Type: Onsite



Shift: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Summary:

Assists and supports the analytical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, intermediates, finished goods (APIs), stability samples, etc. by compiling and organizing testing kits for Scientists. These kits contain the following, but are not limited to: columns, volumetric glassware, labels, prepared mobile phases, sample diluents, filtration media, reference standards, paperwork, etc. The technician (kitter) will compile these materials after reviewing the approved analytical method to determine what is needed to perform the analysis. Any preparation of mobile phases and or solutions will be accurately recorded in a laboratory notebook or approved testing worksheet/batch record. A designated laboratory area will be stocked and maintained to allow for quick and accurate preparation of the kits. Kitters will also be responsible for sample log-in paperwork, daily housekeeping of the laboratories including waste disposal, cleaning/drying/storing of glassware, and daily OQ (Operational Qualification) of laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, KF (Karl Fischer) titrators, etc. as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Follows all Quality Assurance, Standard Operating Procedures, and Environmental Health & Safety requirements
• Assists with maintaining/ordering of laboratory stock
• Records/documents all preparation activities
• Actively engages and assists coworkers to become a valuable team member
• Independently performs solution preparation calculations (verified by senior chemists)
• Accurately communicates & documents experimental details and results
• Performs all documentation work according to Good Manufacturing Practices
• Independently organizes work space for maximum efficiency
• Performs work in a proactive manner to ensure the analyst has all materials/reagents to perform testing
• Maintains work areas and laboratory spaces in a clean and compliant manner
• Must be able to schedule kitting work and priorities to meet business needs

Required Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in chemistry or biology and Microbiology degree desired.
• Experience in a fine chemicals or pharmaceutical testing laboratory is desired.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
• Ability to independently perform solution preparation calculations.
• Ability to accurately communicate and document experimental details and results.
• Ability to perform documentation work according to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ability to organize work space for maximum efficiency.
• Ability to schedule kitting work and priorities to meet business needs.
• Ability to maintain work areas and laboratory spaces in a clean and compliant manner.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch periodically.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move light to medium weights of 10-35 pounds.
• Arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp.
• Visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.