Lab Technician III

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company contributions

Health, dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a Lab Tech III to log and test samples, maintain proper storage, and support supervisor in a GMP environment.

Responsibilities include data entry in SAP/LIMS, ensuring inventory accuracy, and training Lab Tech II. Candidate should have at least 3 years in a labs setting and an associate degree or equivalent experience, with strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or relevant work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Minimum of three years' laboratory experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or regulated industry.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills.
• English language proficiency and ability to read policies.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, and verify samples using SAP and LIMS.
• Ensure proper storage and inventory of samples.
• Enter data and review results in GMP-compliant systems.
• Train Lab Tech II and provide backup to supervisor.
• Coordinate testing and communicate status with other departments.
• Participate in product complaint inspections and destroy expired samples.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree or relevant experience

Tools

SAP

LIMS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Summary

Salary Range: $28.00-32.00 per hour

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

The Lab Tech III is responsible for receiving and logging samples. In addition, the Tech. III is responsible for ensuring proper storage of samples and performing scheduled inspections for reserves, incoming materials and complaints as examples. The individual is expected to maintain up-to-date qualified inspector status. The individual will enter data into computerized systems, review and approve data, coordinate testing to assist Supervisor, communicate with other departments and act as back up to supervisor in their absence.

Job responsibilities:

• Receipt, verification, and logging of samples using SAP and LIMS.
• Ensure proper storage of samples and maintain the chambers and warehouse.
• Accurately documents activities in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Schedules testing, enters results and maintains inventory using computerized systems (example LIMS).
• Performs scheduled inspections.
• Reviews and approves data. Releases lots in LIMS.
• Responsible for training Lab tech II.
• Serves as a backup in the absence of the supervisor.
• Tracks testing status and reports issues to the supervisor.
• Communicates with other departments about testing status.
• Performs additional inspections required for product complaints and deviations.
• Performs destruction of expired samples.
• Keeps accurate inventory on samples.
• Assumes additional duties as assigned by management.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities

Job Requirements:

• Associate degree preferred or previous relevant work experience.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a laboratory environment preferably in the pharmaceutical or other similar regulated industry.
• Attention to detail.
• Good organization skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Must be flexible with continually changing projects and priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The Company's primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability,401K with company contribution, andwellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is atwill, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.