Associate Laboratory Technician

Overview

WuXi AppTec is a leading global pharmaceutical, medical device open-access capability and technology platform company with global operations. We have an opening in our Bioburden Department for an Associate Lab Technician.

Hours: Tuesday

• Friday 8:00 -5:00 & Saturday 6:30 - 2:30.

Starting Pay: $18/hr

Responsibilities

• Perform testing on clients samples: membrane filtration, pour plating

• Perform plate counting & calculations

• Prepare & package samples for sterilizer

• Perform environmental monitoring

• Perform daily laboratory maintenance & QA/QC checklist

• Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required

• Normally receives minimal instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments

• Works under close supervision from supervisor or senior personnel

• Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required

• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals

• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating Procedures

• Thorough understanding of Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices

• May be required to work holidays and weekends

• May be required to work overtime

• Other duties as assigned

• May be required to assist in other departments

Qualifications

Experience / Education

• Associate or Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills

• Need to be able to read, write and understand English

Physical Requirements:

• Perform activities with repetitive motions

• Color Vision

• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

• Lift / push / pull / carry / move up to 20 lbs. routinely

• Stand for long periods.

• Must be able to work in lab setting with exposure to biohazards / chemicals

• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE

• Must be able to work in environment with variable noise levels

• Ability to stand / sit / walk for long periods of time

• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, and reach

• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions

Shift: Tuesday

• Friday 8:00 - 5:00 & Saturday 6:30 - 2:30

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled