Lab Technician I

Description

100% onsite position

EDUCATION:

• Have an Associate (AS) or bachelor’s (BS) in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-3 years of laboratory experience, or equivalent experience, preferably in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment
• General knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, including wet and analytical chemistry
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, RCMS, and European Federation of Cosmetic Ingredients (EFfCI) standards a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft word and Excel
• Experience with SAP and LabWare a plus

Willing to consider recent graduates (within 12 mos) with no experience.

Responsibilities:

• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) to test raw materials, in-process, and finished goods samples
• Calculate and record test results on worksheets, report forms, and in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Interpret routine laboratory results and notify Laboratory Supervision of questionable results
• Hazardous waste management activities, managing the accumulation, labeling, inspection and storage of hazardous waste generated by the Laboratory
• Basic emergency response as it applies to laboratory hazardous waste spills
• Observe all safety rules and regulations in the plant and laboratory areas and participate in all EHS programs at the site
• Conduct a variety of other functions necessary of a Quality Technician to maintain effective and efficient plant operations. Work shift schedule or overtime, as required, or upon assignment