Lab Technician

Syndicus NACON; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Syndicus NACON in Cleveland, TN seeks a Back Lab Technician to complete inspection of raw materials, ensuring they meet defined requirements and specs. You will learn and perform component inspections, sampling, and GDP-compliant documentation.

Responsibilities include using calipers and gauges, operating pallet jacks, following safety rules, reading SDS, and applying cGMP knowledge to support quality and customer satisfaction. Requires a high school diploma and 1 year FDA-regulated experience.

Qualifications

• FDA regulations for drugs and/or medical devices.
• Chemical safety and PPE knowledge.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform component inspections and raw material sampling under direct oversight.
• Learn to use measuring devices (calipers, gauges, scales, rulers).
• Maintain GDP-compliant documentation for instrumentation and inspection records.
• Monitor temperature and cleanliness of storage areas.
• Operate pallet jack (electric and manual).
• Learn PPE usage and SDS reading.
• Understand cGMPs, safety evacuations and reporting.

Skills

Personal computer use

Measuring devices

Attention to detail

Lifting and standing

Full-face respirator

Independent work

Clear communication

Fast-paced environment

Initiative and commitment

Education

High School Diploma

FDA-regulated experience (1 year)

Tools

Calipers

Go-Go gauges

Pin gauges

Scales

Rulers

Job description

Back Lab Technician

Location: Cleveland, TN. Contract: 3-month contract-to-hire. Pay: up to $20/hr., depending on experience.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Complete the inspection of raw materials to ensure they meet the defined requirements and specifications.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn and perform component inspections and Raw Material Sampling processes with direct oversight.
• Learn proper use and application of measuring devices, such as but not limited to calibers, go-go gauges, pin gauges, scales, and rulers.
• Learn daily documentation adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) for instrumentation (scales, gauges, etc.), Logbooks and Inspection Records.
• Learn monitoring (temperature, cleaning) of cold and hot box storage areas.
• Learn to operate and complete certification for electric and manual pallet jack operation.
• Learn and apply proper use and knowledge of PPE required.
• Learn and understand how to read and follow SDS or other safety material provided.
• Learn and apply knowledge of basic cGMP’s, safety evacuations and reporting.
• Learn and apply knowledge of reporting Safety and Quality events.
• Learn and apply storage of raw material and component retains process.
• Learn and apply accurate use of scanners.
• Learn and apply understanding of warehouse locations and item identification.
• Learn cGMP, safety, and continuous improvement culture, to enhance customer satisfaction through accurate inspections.
• Participate in other activities as assigned by Quality management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of FDA regulations for drugs and/or medical devices.
• Knowledge of chemical safety and protective equipment.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds on a regular basis.

CRITICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to use a personal computer and measuring devices.
• Attentive to detail, thorough and accurate
• Ability to lift, bend twist and stand continuously.
• Ability to wear a full-face respirator.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, productively, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Communicate with others clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment – sometimes rapidly shifting priorities. Ability to concentrate in such an environment and perform quality work.
• Strong initiative, technical commitment and contribution to company and departmental goals.

EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING

• High School Diploma
• A minimum of one year experience working in an FDA regulated pharmaceutical or medical device environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Syndicus NACON provides service-oriented staffing and recruiting services to small businesses, large corporations, nonprofits, and government agencies. We pride ourselves on personal service, local market knowledge and commitment to providing great job opportunities. We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.