Laboratory Technician

We're seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory procedures, compliance with industry standards, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. This person must be bilingual (english/spanish)

Location: Davie

Full-time 1st shift

Key Responsibilities:

• Complies with all cGLP/GMP and safety requirements, laboratory SOP’s and Company policies. Complies with good housekeeping and safety practices; washes glassware and ensures cleanliness of testing equipment
• Responsible for laboratory housekeeping, change waste containers, gas cylinders and washing of glassware
• Performs a full range of testing of raw materials, components and finished product, prepares sample solutions, and maintains appropriate sample testing documentation
• Performs sampling and testing in accordance with SOPs and current Good Manufacturing Procedures (cGMPs)
• Conducts routine analysis of raw materials, using Soleris system
• Prepares and maintains volumetric tests and solutions
• Disposes waste according to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and transfer of gas cylinders as instructed by supervisor/manager
• Maintains appropriate documentation (records and lab notebooks) as required by SOP’s and cGLP’s
• Receives and controls laboratory samples as needed.
• Occasionally receives laboratory supplies and chemicals, maintaining inventory control
• Prepares and tracks purchase orders for lab supplies
• Assists the Chemist and Microbiologist in their duties when requested
• Enters the purchasing orders for the materials required by the laboratory
• Performs related duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Science preferred or equivalent job experience.
• 1 - 3 years’ experience in a laboratory setting.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Basic math skills and knowledge in GMPs and safety practices
• Ability to carry 50 pounds; position involves on a weekly basis carrying about 6 tanks of 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, including HPLC, ICP, or titrators.

Other Requirements:

• Must be available Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing, bending, lifting, handling chemicals, and using monitors and computers.

Work Environment:

• Works frequently in a laboratory environment.