Bilingual Laboratory Technician Chemistry

5TH HQ; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

5TH HQ in Davie, FL is seeking a Laboratory Technician – Chemistry to perform routine chemical testing in a pharmaceutical manufacturing lab. The ideal candidate has GMP/GLP knowledge, experience with HPLC, and is bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, preparing solutions, operating HPLC, ICP-MS, GC, UV, FT-NIR, maintaining records, and supporting investigations. This role requires a Bachelor's in a science field and 1–3 years of lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs and safety practices required.
• Familiarity with quality management systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical and physical testing of pharmaceutical materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Follow SOPs, GMPs/GLPs, and safety procedures.
• Prepare volumetric/test solutions and mobile phases.
• Operate lab equipment (HPLC, ICP-MS, GC, UV, FT-NIR).
• Perform titrations and standard laboratory tests.
• Prepare test reports and maintain notebooks/records.
• Maintain documentation per SOPs and cGLP requirements.
• Assist with OOS investigations when required.
• Calibrate and qualify laboratory equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper waste handling.
• Assist chemists and other staff as needed.
• Follow all safety requirements.

Skills

GMP/GLP

Bilingual EN/ES

Laboratory testing

Quality systems

Education

BSc or equivalent

Tools

HPLC

ICP-MS

GC

UV

FT-NIR

Job description

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician – Chemistry to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing laboratory. The ideal candidate will have previous laboratory experience, knowledge of GMP/GLP practices, experience working with laboratory equipment such as HPLC, and must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

This position is responsible for performing routine chemical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products while maintaining accurate documentation and following established laboratory procedures and safety standards.

Location: Davie, FL
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM
Job Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical and physical testing of pharmaceutical raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Follow established SOPs, GMPs, GLPs, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Prepare volumetric solutions, test solutions, reagents, and mobile phases.
• Operate laboratory equipment, including HPLC, ICP/ICP-MS, GC, UV, and FT-NIR, as applicable.
• Perform titration and other standard laboratory testing techniques.
• Calculate, interpret, and review laboratory test results.
• Prepare test reports and maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and records.
• Maintain required documentation according to SOPs and cGLP requirements.
• Assist with Phase I Out-of-Specification (OOS) investigations when required.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and assist with the qualification of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.
• Wash laboratory glassware and properly handle laboratory waste.
• Change waste containers and assist with handling or replacing gas cylinders as required.
• Dispose of laboratory waste according to applicable EPA and company procedures.
• Assist Chemists and other laboratory personnel as needed.
• Follow all laboratory, GMP, and workplace safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science discipline and/or equivalent work experience
• 1 - 3 years’ experience in a laboratory
• Basic use of Excel, Word and quality management systems.
• Knowledge of lab equipment (HPLC, ICP-MS, GC, UV, FT NIR
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge in GMPs and Safety practices
• Knowledge of GLP practices.
• Availability to work rotating or night shifts.
• Commitment to good cleaning, safety, and documentation practices
• Bilingual English/Spanish is required. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both languages.
• Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM.