Biology - Laboratory Technician

Job Details:

Client: Pharmaceutical

Title: Biology - Laboratory Technician

Day shift: 7 to 8 am until 4 to 5 pm

Duration: 12 months (high possible extension)

****Looking for Recent Grad in Biology ****

Primary objective of position:

Under direct supervision, manufacture and package products for Life Science business unit resulting in customer satisfaction and compliance with applicable governmental and environmental health agency regulations; achievement of internal production objectives. Partner with R&D, Tech Transfer, Planning, Quality Assurance, Distribution, and Downstream Operations to develop and manufacture products in to meet customer needs.

Job Responsibilities: -

Successful manufacture of products

• On time Manufacture of products as needed per Planning department
• Perform standard and new operating procedures
• Execution of complex laboratory methods per established procedures. Support activities to resolve process and testing issues under guidance of senior staff
• Perform procedures involving calculations and material measurements. Collect and evaluate data per defined specifications
• Operating standard laboratory equipment
• Preparation of routine solutions and reagents
• Utilize software for data entry and record keeping in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards
• Ensure compliance with all quality and regulatory specifications
• Execute the manufacturing performance metrics (productivity, customer satisfaction and quality improvements)
• Train other lab personnel in established procedures
• Filling, labeling and packaging of products
• Execute on objectives and planned schedules as outlined by supervisor
• Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects
• Comply with applicable established cGMP, FDA, OSHA, EPA, and Quality System regulations
• Develop, write and update documents pertaining to lab procedures and product manufacturing to maintain cGMP and/or ISO compliance

Problem Solve Mfg related issues:

• Actively participate in troubleshooting and the identification of manufacturing and production issues.
• May assist with the research of new methods or steps in a process at direction of team management, including revising SOPs

Improve manufacturing processes:

• Identify inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvements
• Assist in the implementation of manufacturing procedures intended to optimize existing processes, such as yield, time and cost, and ensure achievement of regulatory and customer requirements

Support new product development:

• Support R&D and Tech Transfer functions in bringing new products to manufacturing
• Train on new SOPs, technologies etc. to support the manufacture of new products

Job criteria:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a Life Science discipline with related experience, preferred. In lieu of Bachelor's degree in a life science discipline, a minimum of 5 years of specific and demonstrated experience will be considered.
• Basic knowledge in the use of laboratory techniques such as sterile and aseptic techniques, buffer/media preparation, large- and small-scale protein purification, and Western Blotting.
• Capable of following directions outlined in Standard Operating Procedures, ability to accurately complete Batch Records while adhering to Quality and Regulatory requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge in the use of basic scientific laboratory equipment such as pipettes, scales, pH meters, fume hoods, filters, cell counters, microscopes, CO2 incubators, BioSafety Cabinets and centrifuges.
• Demonstrated knowledge in Sterile / Aseptic technique required.
• Basic knowledge in western blot, cell-based assays and basic immunological / molecular techniques
• Ability to handle biologically hazardous materials
• Working knowledge of manufacturing ERP systems, Oracle or SAP preferred
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel software programs
• Ability to solve simple and complex mathematical equations
• Ability to multi-task and meet manufacturing production schedules with a sense of urgency.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills including the ability create clear, concise written reports and accurate completion of batch records
• Ability to follow, write, and edit Standard Operating Procedures
• Adherence to Quality and Regulatory requirements/programs
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance and to thrive in a constantly changing business environment
• Demonstrated knowledge in laboratory safety plans and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations.
• Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Kindest Regards,

Avinash Sharma

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Experis CORE+

100 Manpower Place | Milwaukee, WI 53212

Email ID:

Desk # - 414-666-8462 Ext - 7155