Qcl Equipment Technician

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Organization Overview:

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Responsibilities:

This role will provide equipment lifecycle management support to the Parenteral QCL. Main support will include the acquisition and decommission of equipment, managing the equipment qualification process and providing daily operation support of laboratory equipment by ensuring the equipment is maintained in a qualified state of compliance. The position requires an understanding of corporate quality systems, a detail oriented mentality with an understanding of analytical/micro laboratory equipment, knowledge of lab methods to understand intended use of equipment and their failure modes effects. High-quality skills to include: equipment troubleshooting, ability to prioritize, written and verbal communication, decision making, interpersonal skills, computer applications, problem solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• This position requires an understanding of analytical/micro laboratory equipment.

• Assist in the selection, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of equipment within the QC laboratory.

• Identify compliance and data integrity issues related to QC equipment and implement effective resolutions.

• Provide support, troubleshooting and maintenance of QC equipment.

• Act as a liaison between facilities/maintenance groups and laboratory personal to schedule preventative and corrective maintenance of equipment.

• Network with other areas to understand best practices, share knowledge, assist in global meetings and web seminars, and to ensure customer needs are met.

• Provides post implementation support for equipment.

• Author and manage change controls related to QC Equipment.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize and coordinate work to meet customers' needs.

• Demonstrate problem solving and investigative skills.

• Ability to make decisions based on knowledge, experience, best practices and requirements.

• Ability to work independently and accurately with minimal direction.

• May include general laboratory responsibilities (E.g. performing balance checks, etc)

Basic Qualifications/Requirements

• High School diploma, preferred Associates or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field related to the laboratory (e.g. chemistry, microbiology or biology)

Additional Preferences:

• Understanding of quality principles and regulatory requirements.

• Proficient with the operation of laboratory equipment

• Experience in handling quality deviations, impact assessments, root cause analysis.

• Previous experience in a GMP regulated environment.

• Understanding of laboratory equipment qualification

• Demonstrating strong oral, written communication and interpersonal interaction skills.

Additional Information:

• Ability to work 8-hour days – Monday through Friday
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to carry cell phone off shift and respond to operational issues as required.
• Minimal travel required
• Position supports a 24/7 manufacturing operation.  On call support for off shift and after hours may be required

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