Research Technician

Colgate; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global consumer products company as a Research Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and availability of materials for product development. This exciting position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with R&D and Supply Chain teams to execute experiments and support continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company values your contributions and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions

15 vacation/PTO days

13 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in a lab or pilot plant environment.
• Ability to operate and maintain industrial process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with team members to ensure availability of materials.
• Execute laboratory experiments and ensure quality of batches.

Skills

Laboratory methods

Technical knowledge of equipment

Computer proficiency

Understanding of cCGMP

Ability to learn on the job

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering or Science

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Plant software

Job description

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Job Title: Research Technician

Travel Required?: No Travel

Date: Feb 14, 2025

On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#165412 - Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

Responsibilities:

1. Confirm availability of raw and packing materials for current and next runs. Seek and understand schedule and demand plans. Coordinate by working with other team members in planning, warehouse, R&D and Engineering to ensure availability of materials.
2. Weigh raw materials for batches following batch cards, computerized system and cGMP Standards.
3. Order and maintain inventory of Pilot Plant supplies as requested.
4. Accurately label and maintain the storage of waste drums in the Pilot Plant.
5. Use appropriate internal business systems to plan pilot work.
6. Process batches following manufacturing procedures given by chemist/engineer and/or computerized system.
7. Accountable for the quality of batches completed.
8. Execute laboratory/pilot experiments, in partnership with R&D and Supply Chain, to prove engineering concepts, and ensure effective scale up.
9. Fill, package and label product manufactured for stability and consumer testing.
10. Operate, supervise, perform changeovers and conduct minor maintenance of automated equipment.
11. Accurately and fully finish the regulatory and compliance related documentation and procedures; highlights variances.
12. Perform validation of equipment including writing Standard Operating Procedures, Standard Practice Instructions, job aids and equipment manuals.
13. Accountable for housekeeping of pilot plant and lab area, including storage locations.
14. Accountable for adhering to Colgate-Palmolive, state, local, and federal guidelines related to EHS, Quality, and Regulatory.
15. Assist in the implementation of continuous improvement programs within the area.
16. Understand the needs of customers, which include R&D, Engineering, Marketing, Quality, and Planning.
17. The ability to learn on the job in a dynamic environment.
18. Other assigned responsibilities as needed by the business.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Associate Degree in an Engineering or Science field or a high school diploma.
2. Minimum of three years of relevant shown experience.
3. Ability to work with computers and attain proficiency with various Plant software and data systems.
4. Technical knowledge and ability to operate, run, clean, sanitize and maintain pilot plant or industrial process equipment.
5. Proven understanding of laboratory methods, procedures and processes.
6. Working understanding of cCGMP requirements and expectations for FDA covered operation.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. SAP or other related systems background a plus.
2. Maintenance & Planning background and experience a plus.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.