Laboratory Technician

Job Description

SECTION 1: JOB SUMMARY*

• Carry out QC testing to ensure the ongoing quality of product
• Interface with other departments to ensure timely release of products and materials
• Support with laboratory investigations and non-conformance investigations
• Ensure the principles of cGMP are applied and that all documentation is followed to comply with ISO9000, ISO13485, FDA QSRs and the Medical device directive
• Support documentation revisions

SECTION 2: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES*

Under supervision and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position involves:

• Ensure that QC testing is performed in a timely manner
• Day to day performance
• Physical testing of raw material, in process and finished product
• Analytical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods
• Chemical testing of raw material, in process and finished goods
• Management of consumables and materials used in testing
• Cleaning of items for testing within the laboratory
• Execution of the laboratory cleaning program
• Review of internal and external testing data

Quality and Compliance Related Responsibilities

• Ensures that all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

GMP documentation and Quality Systems

• Support investigations to assist in the completion of Non-conformance reports and OOS excursions
• Training: Ensure that own training records are up to date and complete
• Assist in the training of other staff

Validation

• Support validation of test methods and equipment for the QC department

External communications

• Liaise with approved manufacturers to ensure data is retrieved and available
• Ensure that consumables are ordered in a timely manner to avoid testing delays

SECTION 3: EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION*

• Minimum of A level in science or mathematics discipline (international equivalents acceptable)
• Desired BSc degree in Scientific subject (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Forensics etc…)
• Minimum 1 year experience in a laboratory setting (Practical laboratory experience gained through a degree is acceptable)
• Working with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office)
• Desired previous experience working within a quality environment in the Food, Consumer, Pharmaceutical or Medical device industry

SECTION 4: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS*

• Able to follow procedures to ensure the principles of cGMP are upheld
• Able to communicate and present information and ideas effectively
• Able to work to deadlines
• Able to react to a changing environment and under time pressures
• Able to work as part of a team to work towards a common goal
• Able to manage own time and prioritize own workload to ensure timely completion of assigned work
• Credo values: Integrity and Credo based actions
• Customer focus: Results and performance driven with a sense of Urgency
• Talent development: Collaboration, Self-awareness, Adaptability