Lab Technician

Terapia - a SUN PHARMA Company; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks a Lab Technician to assist Chemists and Scientists. The role involves laboratory support functions including equipment calibration and sample handling. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a hands-on approach.

Benefits

Medical coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School / Trade School / Vocational School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Demonstrated excellent communication: verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mobile phase & perform daily calibration of lab equipment.
• Clean laboratory glassware and maintain cleanliness.
• Perform data entry, filing, and organization.

Skills

Communication

Self-starter

Education

High School diploma or GED

B.S. degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

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Company : Ohm Laboratories Inc , USA

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology.

Job Summary :

Provide assistance to the Chemist / Scientist / Management, by performing various laboratory support functions.

Schedule : Monday-Friday on 1st shift

Area Of Responsibility :

Under the direction of laboratory Management, this individual :

• Prepare mobile phase / diluents dissolution media; and perform the daily calibration of pH meters, balances, Karl Fisher apparatus and other laboratory equipment’s as assigned.
• Clean the laboratory glassware, dissolution bath and maintain the cleanliness in the laboratory.
• Clean the microbiological laboratory as per applicable SOP.
• Perform any testing as required by the management, after adequate training.
• Follow the analysts’ instructions to collect the glassware, set up the dissolution baths, and remove the organic waste & HPLC vials, from the LC’s.
• Collect the samples from the Vault per the testing schedule / plan based on the analyst / management’s requirement. Count the tablets / capsules & perform ATW / ACFW.
• Perform data entry, filing, and organization, and maintain raw materials, finished product and sample logbooks required.
• Remove the released samples from the appropriate area, and dispose them accordingly as per SOP.
• Maintain and monitor lab supplies, chemicals inventory in the lab.
• Check the expiration dates of the standards, chemicals, remove the expired chemicals, & dispose them accordingly
• Sample all incoming materials and packaging materials per procedures. Inspect containers of materials for cleanliness and defects.
• Assist in investigating any problems noted with sampling / inspection process.
• Storage of reserve samples of raw materials and packaging components.
• Water sampling. Shipment of sample to contract labs

Work Conditions :

Laboratory environment :

Warehouse environment

• Flow and safety hoods
• Exposure to noise, bio-hazardous (live cultures), and chemicals
• May entail exposure to radiation within NRC limits
• Exposure to non-hazardous and hazardous chemicals and materials
• Moderate noise, oven heat, open flame, chemical fume hoods areas requiring wearing appropriate safety equipment (i.e. gloves, lab coat, safety glasses and respirator)

Environmental Related To Manufacturing / production Environments :

• Noise : Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.
• Fumes : Smoky or vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction.
• Odors : Unpleasant smells.
• Dust : Airborne particles of any kind, such as textile dust, wood, and silica.
• Hazards : Conditions where there is danger to life, health or bodily injury such as closeness to moving

Physical Requirements :

• Stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with arms and hands, talk or hear, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Close vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus
• Use of repetitive motion
• Able to operate computer / office machines
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Education And Job Qualification :

• Minimum of High School / Trade School / Vocational School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. B.S. degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Demonstrated excellent communication : verbal and written.
• A self-starter with a hands-on approach and a can-do attitude.
• The requirement for English language proficiency for this job role is Intermediate-B1+ (comparable to Global CEFR Independent B1) level based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Experience : Entry level position, previous experience not required.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $30 to $35 per hour. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Notice To Agency And Search Firm Representatives :

Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and / or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and / or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.

Disclaimer : The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).

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