Laboratory Technician (Plaquemine)

Lab Tech

Job Description :

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Laboratory Technician in our METHOCELTM Quality Control lab in Plaquemine, LA. In this role you will be responsible for performing routine analyses, evaluating results, and calibrating and maintaining analytical systems to provide analytical data to produce and release products including Pharmaceutical Excipients and Industrial Specialty products.

The ideal candidate will have :

Relevant laboratory experience. (Experience with biology, bioscience, biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry, or aseptic techniques is a plus.)

Can demonstrate mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills plus ability to work and collaborate with a team.

Basic computer skills. (Experience with computer-based systems such as LIMS, Electronic Logbook, etc. is a plus.) Strong sense of self-motivation and ability to work under minimal supervision.

Ability to prioritize and troubleshoot issues under pressure.

Strong initiative, ability to work independently and the ability to multi-task.

Strong interpersonal skills, allowing them to work with a variety of roles within the manufacturing plant and analytical organization.

Must be able to work and interact effectively as a member of a team.

Must have the ability to learn and apply technical concepts related to laboratory instruments, sample analyses and data interpretation.

Bachelors degree in a technical or science field desired. 20 hours College Chemistry or relevant work experience is required.

Job Requirements

Follow procedures related to EH&S and to the Analytical Work Process

Adhere to good laboratory practices

Adhere to cGMP and good documentation practices requirements.

Perform routine analyses according to documented procedures

Evaluate correctness of data

Document and communicate laboratory results