Laboratory Technician II

Evonik; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a Lab Technician II – Laboratory Support to perform routine and non-routine lab activities in a regulated environment. You will support daily development operations, calibrate and maintain lab equipment, and assist with training new employees.

Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is preferred; GDP/GMP experience is a plus. The role involves maintaining inventories, implementing 5S, and ensuring proper waste management and safety practices in a regulated manufacturing

Qualifications

• Requires GDP/GMP knowledge and adherence to safety practices.
• Must be able to write and revise SOPs and training materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Development Laboratory operations following SOPs, GDP/GMP requirements, and safety practices.
• Operate and support laboratory equipment including balances, conductivity meters, and pH meters.
• Track calibration and maintenance activities with Metrology and Facilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Written/verbal communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years post-secondary education in engineering/physical or biological sciences

Tools

SAP

Job description

What we offerExplore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik:https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/Meet the Team - Evonik IndustriesWant to know what it’s like to work at Evonik?The non-exempt Lab Technician II – Laboratory Support position will support and perform routine and non-routine laboratory activities in accordance with appropriate safety, GDP, and cGMP guidelines. This position also supports general manufacturing, facilities, metrology, laboratory, equipment, housekeeping, and administrative tasks within the department and actively supports the continuous improvement of department and laboratory processes, areas, and standards. The PDS Tech-Ops Lab Technician II will be expected to give guidance and provide training to the Lab Technician I.RESPONSIBILITIESSupport daily Development Laboratory operations while following established procedures, SOPs, GDP/GMP requirements, and safety practices.Operate and support laboratory equipment and instrumentation, including analytical/top-loader balances, conductivity meters, and pH meters.Track laboratory equipment and coordinate routine and non-routine calibration and maintenance activities with Metrology and Facilities.Manage laboratory hazardous waste, conduct required weekly inspections, and maintain chemical inventories, including proper disposal of expired materials.Maintain inventory and restock laboratory supplies, PPE, labels, forms, tools, spare parts, and disposable materials.Identify and organize/improve laboratory and storage areas using 5S principles .Support laboratory documentation, including writing and revising SOPs and training materials, maintaining equipment logbooks, and preparing Equipment Action Forms (EAFs).Assist with onboarding and training new employees on laboratory operations, equipment, safety practices, and waste management procedures.Order laboratory supplies and PPE using procurement systems such as SAP, communicate with vendors and manufacturers, and support additional laboratory activities as assigned.REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or GED required; 2+ years of post-secondary education in engineering, physical science, biological science, or a related technical field preferred.3–5 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment preferred, including pharmaceutical laboratory technician experience.Ability to work effectively in a regulated environment; previous GDP/GMP experience is preferred.Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain clear and accurate documentation.Basic computer and math skills required; working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.Ability to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection, and meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged sitting/standing, reaching, bending, fine motor tasks, and lifting up to 50 pounds.The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.Your ApplicationTo ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal . Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html .Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.Your Talent Acquisition Manager:Kelvin Seals [C]Company isEvonik Corporation