Lab Technician

Pay rate $17.50
MarkUp: 27%
1st shift hours (8:30am4:30pm MF)

Provide support for the Packaging Design & Development Laboratory.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Implement test methods and protocols in the evaluation of medical device packaging materials components and systems
Author laboratory reports
Ensure efficient upkeep of laboratory
Support lab admin duties (Purchase Orders Chemical Inventory Safety Audits)
Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATION EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
Associate or Bachelors degree in Science/Engineering preferred (Packaging Engineering or Technology preferred)
1 3 years of packaging laboratory experience preferred
Package testing experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
Basic understanding of good laboratory practices.
Proficient experience with MS Word Excel Outlook and MS Teams.
Able to comprehend and use computer controlled laboratory equipment.
Able to read and comprehend company procedures packaging specifications and drawings industry test methods government regulations technical journals and scientific literature.
Able to interpret and define test requirements from individuals who are not packaging experts.
Able to seek out information from external sources in order to expand knowledge base.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift and move containers up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Must have sufficient dexterity to use precision measuring instruments and conduct manual tests.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment and laboratory environment with routine exposure to sharp cutting devices operating machinery hot and cold environments and occasional exposure to chemicals required to implement certain test methods.