Lab Technician

1st shift hours (8:30am-4:30pm M-F)
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.