AR&D Lab Technician
Position Summary
Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8 AM-5 PM.
This position is 100% on-site in Winchester Kentucky.
Catalents Winchester location is the flagship US manufacturing location for large scale oral dose forms with integrated analytical and development services. With 28 years of expertise in product development technology transfers and commercial manufacturing and roots in industry-leading Glatt technology.
The Analytical R&D Lab technician is an entry level position and is responsible for housekeeping and assisting the analytical scientists to perform and complete their daily activities as needed to meet the business this role the lab technician should be able to work safely around lab chemicals and follow GMP guidelines to safely perform duties that maintain the overall cleanliness and organization of the lab space.
The Role
Proper disposal of chemical waste and broken glass drums. Trash removal. Daily sweeping and weekly mopping of lab floors
Hand washing and proper use of industrial dishwasher to maintain supply of clean lab glassware. Dusting and clutter removal.
After completing training/qualification and demonstrating proficiency perform daily balance weigh checks and ensure balance work areas are neat clean and clear.
Responsible for daily standardization of lab pH meters or when needed. Ensures regents and supplies are available for Analysts and ensures that reagents and chemicals are properly labeled and not expired. Ensure designated work areas for pH meters are neat clean and clear.
Supports AR&D in lab operation tasks such as chemical inventory management standards inventory consumable supplies area waste disposal safety initiatives and other services as necessary.
Under the direction of supervisor prepares lab reagents test solutions buffers mobile phase and other solutions necessary for evaluation and testing of samples.
Under direction of supervisor after completing training on lab equipment and instruments and demonstrating proficiency in various test procedures perform testing of samples and products complete documentation and report results in a timely fashion as per cGLP and cGMP.
Maintains a safe work environment. Build and maintain communication and collaboration with other departments such as product development quality control quality assurance and others as necessary. Comply with Catalent FDA EPA and OSHA regulations performing all work in a safe manner. Maintain proper records in accordance with all SOPs and policies.
Other duties as required in support of Catalent Pharma Solutions high performance
The Candidate
HS Diploma or GED required. Associates Degree in Science or Technology preferred.
Previous experience in chemical medical or pharmaceutical setting exposure to cGMPs or cGLPs is preferred.
Working knowledge of policies and procedures necessary in operating/handling equipment and materials used in an analytical lab setting preferred.
Should possess computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and other applicable software.
Individual may be required to sit and stand for an extended period of time. Specific vision requirements include reading of written documents and frequent use of computer monitor.
Why You Should Join Catalent
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I
Tuition Reimbursement Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
Generous 401K match
152 hours accrued PTO 8 paid holidays
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
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Required Experience:
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