Job Title: Lab Equipment Specialist
Job Description

As a Lab Equipment Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining, performing, reviewing, and scheduling lab equipment calibrations. This includes high-level lab equipment such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, and more. You will communicate directly with service engineers and Quality Laboratory management for impacted instrumentation, identify root causes for instrumentation failures, and conduct instrument repairs to ensure efficient laboratory operations.

ResponsibilitiesMaintain, perform, review, and schedule lab equipment calibrations (HPLC, UPLC, GC, etc.).Communicate with service engineers and Quality Laboratory management for impacted instrumentation.Identify root causes for instrumentation failures through impact assessment processes.Review Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, and Performance Qualification (IQ OQ PQ).Conduct instrument repairs to ensure efficient laboratory operations through trending and data analysis.Identify instrumentation that is no longer reliable or maintainable.Maintain, review, and schedule in database.Follow work instructions, SOPs, and company practices.Document analytical activities and results accurately, in a timely manner, and maintain data integrity.Follow written analytical procedures.Identify execution challenges of analytical methods and support troubleshooting activities.Essential Skills3+ years of laboratory experience with high-level lab equipment.Experience with HPLC, GC, UPLC, UV-Vis, metrology, and quality inspection.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make general repairs to various laboratory equipment.Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new software quickly and troubleshoot basic computer problems.Ability to set up and interface computer systems with lab instrumentation.Strong communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to teach and convey technical knowledge.Ability to develop training materials for others.Knowledge of GMP regulations, analytical instrument qualification, calibration, and maintenance requirements.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Science Field (preferred in Chemistry or Biochemistry).Candidates with degrees in Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Environmental Science, or Pharmaceutical Science will also be considered.Experience troubleshooting laboratory equipment.Work Environment

This is a fast-paced environment where you will spend time working in both the quality group and the labs. The position is on the 1st shift with flexible start times. Typical hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with some flexibility from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The company promotes from within, offering ample opportunities for growth and upward mobility, especially following a recent large restructuring.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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