Lab Technician

This is Gayatri, Senior Recruiter at Experis IT Manpower Group. Our client, Pharmacutical , is seeking a lab technician to join their team. An Idea candidate should have a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a science-related degree with 6 months or more of experience.

Location: Round Lake, IL. ONSITE.

Duration: 12 months with the possibility of extension/conversion

Shift/Hours: Weekend + 2 other nights. 4 10-hour shifts (Friday through Sunday, 10:00 pm to 8:30 am and then two nights of their choice for the 40 hours.)
Shift/Hours: 3rd Shift: 4 10-hour shifts (Sunday to Thursday, 10 pm to 8:30 am)
 

A candidate must not be allergic to Penicillin and Cephalosporin or their related products and /or materials.

Summary:
The Position encompasses biological, chemical and physical analyses on pharmaceutical products (biologics and drugs) through all stages of the manufacturing process, from incoming raw materials to finished goods, and environmental monitoring programs. This is a third-shift position but will be required to work on weekends to support training of analysts and to support projects and/or production, as required.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on Raw Materials, Initial, In-process and Final products, and samples collected from environmental monitoring programs at Baxter manufacturing facilities. Work under minimum supervision.
• Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC, etc) and computer systems to collect and record data.
• Perform advanced assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of biology and chemistry principles.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR and cGMP regulations.
• Participate in functions involving teams which impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality.
• Perform laboratory and manufacturing audits as required. Audit and update, as required, plant SOPs.
• Perform equipment maintenance and calibrations as required.
• Document the completion of testing in Notebooks, Controlled documents, Forms and LIMS, and maintain accurate and complete quality records.
• Follow, understand and comply with Baxter's SOP’s and policies on CGMPs and safety. Maintain a clean, safe and organized lab area, and potentially assume responsibility to ensure that others maintain their lab areas.
• Investigate deviations and write exception/OOL/OOS/OOT documents.
• Support improvement projects and drive efficiency through utilization of LEAN management principles (i.e., 6S, Kaizens, etc).
• Proactively and cooperatively communicate with peers and management to ensure awareness of progress and issues; recommend solutions when issues arise.
• Maintain and meet the highest standards in quality, customer service and regulatory compliance.
• Other projects as assigned.


Qualifications:
• Knowledge of Empower CDS and LIMS is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of GLP, cGMP requirements and familiarity with USP/ICH guidelines is preferred but not required
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude in a highly dynamic environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pound when required
• Occasional weekend work required
• Must not be color blind


Education and/or Experience:
• A bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a science-related degree with 6 months or more of experience