Laboratory Technician II

4142 Evonik Corporation_4142; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a non-exempt Lab Technician II - Laboratory Support in the United States to perform routine and non-routine laboratory tasks following GDP and cGMP guidelines, while supporting general manufacturing, facilities, metrology, and housekeeping activities. You will also assist with SOPs, training, and documentation.

Expect to train Lab Technician I, handle PPE and inventory, and coordinate calibration activities with Metrology and Facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2+ years of post-secondary education in engineering or sciences preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment; pharmaceutical lab experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a regulated GDP/GMP environment; strong documenting skills.
• Detail-oriented, with teamwork and clear written/verbal communication.

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/maintenance of lab equipment with Metrology and Facilities.
• Manage hazardous waste, conduct weekly inspections, and maintain chemical inventories.
• Maintain inventory and restock supplies including PPE, labels, and forms.
• Assist onboarding and training of Lab Technician I; improve lab processes using 5S.
• Order supplies via SAP and coordinate with vendors and manufacturers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education in engineering or sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

What we offer

Explore 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.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support 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.

REQUIREMENTS

• High 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.

This is your opportunity to join a thriving global organization that combines cutting-edge science, technology and engineering with world-class business services to create solutions that answer real-world problems. If you join us, we’ll expect you to take ownership of your work, team up with other great minds, and add your name to creations that make a positive difference for generations. As one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals operating in more than 100 countries with over 32,000 employees, we need your diversity of thought to make us better. In return for your passion, initiative and creativity, you’ll enjoy opportunities to improve and to be respected for your contribution.