Product Development Lab Technician (Temporary - 3 Month Contract)

GROW WITH US:

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take a “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME:

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ technology. We’re also so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Since many of our own team members live with type 1 diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Perform testing on prototype and production product to support Product Development, Quality, and Manufacturing Technology engineers
• Perform testing using an automated vertical tension and compression machine
• Perform flow testing using various flow measurement and pressure systems
• Develop and maintain lab apparatus and test methods
• Maintain performance and calibration of lab equipment
• Prepare sample product for testing and maintain proper documentation for product traceability
• Assist in ordering lab supplies, standards, solvents and tracking inventory
• Work with Product Development and Quality engineers to improve existing testing methodologies and SOPs to increase lab efficiency
• Properly document all work on appropriate forms as required by test protocols and SOPs
• Utilize and maintain a laboratory notebook
• Comply with safety and operating policies and procedures regarding equipment, materials, and the finished product
• Tests components, in-process, and finished product independently following established SOPs and WIs.
• Performs quality material and product measuring, testing and release using established SOPs and WIs.
•  Interprets engineering specifications and drawings and performs inspections, product segregation and verification.
• Maintains department documentation, inventory of measurement equipment, and ensures calibration and preventive maintenance records for inspection equipment are current.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment, as required.
• Performs set-up/preparation of equipment, cleaning, changeover of lines and general housekeeping.
• Maintain a safe work environment; thoroughly read and understand the material safety data sheets (SDS) for proper handling of materials, follow operating and maintenance instructions for tools and machinery, and utilize relevant manuals for proper operating procedures
• Performs verification and validation activities in accordance with company QMS, ISO, and FDA standards
• Understands and applies GDP, GLP, and GMP
• Ensures work is performed in compliance with company policies including Privacy/HIPAA and other regulatory, legal, and safety requirements.
• Performs other assignments or projects as directed.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

1. Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Experience with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work well with others; contribute effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately, follow instructions, and multi-task.

2. Minimum certifications/educational level:

• HS Diploma, with some post high school technical training preferred.

3. Minimum experience:

• 4+ years relevant QC Inspection experience, preferably in an FDA regulated industry.
• Experience with QSRs and cGMP including basic knowledge of QC systems.
• Experience utilizing sampling methodologies and tools.
• Experience measuring materials with visual inspection systems.
• Experience with medical device consumer products a plus.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to innovative technology, we have a culture that fosters the idea that the happiest people are the most productive people. Not only do we hire forward-thinking achievers to join our workforce; we reward, develop, and retain them too. Just one of the many reasons of how we #StayAwesome! To learn more about our culture and benefits** please visit https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.

BE YOU, WITH US!