Senior Lab Technician, R&D

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

 

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the cfenter of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?  

 

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.  

 

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.  

Job Summary

In this role, the R&D Laboratory Technician will work under the direction of the R&D Lab Supervisor to support the R&D lab team with test sample builds, engineering and design verification testing activities, and have responsibilities associated with lab management, inventory management, and equipment qualifications. The individual will bring excellent analytical, technical, and organizational talent to the execution of development projects at West. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs and documents engineering and verification testing activities for a product (or product family).
• Proficient in laboratory test equipment operation and accustomed to using current Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Assists the engineering team in the development of test methods, work instructions, and other documentation as required.
• Prepares test samples according to work instructions and procedures for engineering and verification testing.
• Follows protocols required for Engineering Testing, Design Verification Testing, Test Method Validation, and Equipment Qualification. 
• Participates in the execution of Gage R&R and qualification of engineering test fixtures, assembly fixtures, test methods, and assembly methods used in the development process. 
• Manages component inventory for test samples. Performs incoming inspection and receiving activities for new inventory lot creation. Creates necessary documentation in support of assigned activities in compliance with West QMS
• Manages the calibration status of laboratory tools and equipment, communicates with calibration vendors to get equipment calibrated, reviews calibration certificates, and ensures proper storage of all associated calibration documentation.
• Performs regularly scheduled general preventative maintenance activities on laboratory tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Identifies and resolves potential safety hazards. Maintains a clean, neat, and safe work environment.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules. 
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs. 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Technical experience performing testing in medical device industry.
• Uses critical thinking to make decisions and operate independently with minimal manager supervision. 
• Highly organized person whom demonstrates initiative and commitment to quality in all tasks.
• Proficient in MS Office suite including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

 

Education

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate's Degree Technical Field (Chemistry/Biology/Engineering) preferred

Work Experience

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in a laboratory environment.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments if necessary.
• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods may occur as well as getting to and from offices and building sites.
• Potential handling of biohazard material