R&D Technician

Ortec, Inc.; Piedmont, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with match

On-Site Nurse

Job summary

Ortec in Piedmont, SC is seeking an R&D Technician to assist with laboratory experiments, product scale-up and data documentation. You will work with scientists to execute lab batches, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and cGMP standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, with preference for an Associate degree and lab documentation experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within a large yet caring organization focused on quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with experience in a chemical manufacturing facility.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree in Science or related field.
• Experience documenting lab notebook entries and drafting SOPs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scale-up of new products and processes.
• Set up and clean glassware/equipment and run lab batches.
• Acquire and inventory raw materials; stage and characterize products.
• Document and communicate data/findings; prepare lab reports.

Skills

Lab notebook

SOP writing

Team player

Safety awareness

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WE ARE GROWING AND EXPANDING OPERATIONS!!!

Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.

We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.

AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS

What we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.

WHY ORTEC?

The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work - a company where we work as many, and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and AD&D
• Annual Anniversary Cash Award
• On-Site Nurse
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
• 401k with match
• Annual Anniversary Cash Award

POSITION SUMMARY

R&D Technician assists with laboratory experiments/processes, product scale-up, data documentation, equipment maintenance, and carries out any other relevant technical tasks as determined by project needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist R&D Scientists and Chemists in completing project goals, which includes but is not limited to:

• Assist in scale-up of new products/processes:
• Assist in setup and cleaning of glassware/equipment,
• executing/monitoring lab batches,
• acquiring and inventorying new raw materials,
• staging raw materials, characterization of products,
• communicating (written and verbal) data/findings.
• Document and track data for R&Ds.
• Assist in submitting samples to R&D Analytical.
• Prepare test solutions and reagents.
• Assist in preparing technical documents.
• Assist chemist is maintaining equipment, instruments, storage, etc.
• Participate in technical meetings. Provide all necessary follow-up from the lab meetings, including performing lab work, and writing lab reports.
• Operate within R&D’s Life Sciences standard operating procedures and review, maintain and create appropriate procedures for area of responsibility to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, cGMP, customer and Ortec requirements.
• Comply and enforce safety and environmental guidelines and laws to all Ortec Employees

EDUCATION/SKILLS

• Qualified Candidates should posses a high school diploma and experience in a chemical manufacturing facility.
  • Preferred: An Associate’s degree in Science or related field and experience and knowledge in the following areas:
• Working and Documenting in Lab Notebook
• Draft, Revise and Implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic and team first attitude.
• Microsoft Office products:
  • Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Access, Project and OneNote
• Abide by all FDA and applicable Quality standards.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Laboratory Skills: Basic Synthesis Techniques (or Wet Chemistry Techniques), Titrations, Distillation, Basic Extraction Techniques, Safe Laboratory Practices
• Three to five years industrial experience in R&D Laboratory and/or GMP Manufacturing
• Knowledge of ISO 9001-2000 International Standard and cGMP protocols.
• Familiar with wet chemistry techniques.

***This job posting is not all-inclusive, please see the job description for details.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, physical, reference checks, employment verifications, and background screenings.

Ortec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.