Columbia, MD, US
9 days ago
Technician II, Packaging Laboratory

Changing lives. Building Careers.
 

Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to oversee/perform each essential duty satisfactorily, which includes but are not limited to:

Maintain a functional, safe, and effective laboratory and ensure that all equipment meets standards for laboratory testing usePerform mechanical testing on medical device packaging systems per the specified test plan and/or SOP, and operation of respective equipment for each test.Document the test results in a format specified which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts, and electronic data entry.Understand the importance of maintaining the integrity of the test and subsequent data of each test performed.Demonstrate effective communication skills through:Facilitate communication between the laboratory and customers (internal) regarding testing requirements, status, and outcome.Communication with supervisor and/or project managers on testing status.Document the test results in a format specified which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts, and electronic data entry.Develop and demonstrate skills in summarizing data to key stakeholders, maintaining databases and supporting laboratory prioritiesCompletes assignments and facilitates the work activities of others, may coordinate work beyond own area.Attention to the timely and accurate execution of test procedures with minimal supervision.Works autonomously within established procedures and practices, proposing improvements to processes and methods as needed.Providing subject matter guidance to more junior team membersPrioritize various test requests to ensure tasks and objectives are completed and collaborate as a participative team member to ensure R&D milestones are met.Provide inputs for test related deviations, nonconformances, or out of specification (OOS)Implement and oversee the On-The-Job (OTJ) and/ or test method validations as part of training of new lab techniciansMust have good organizational skills and be able to conduct multiple projects under tight timelinesRepackaging of the test samples after testing is completeShipping and receiving of samples and test materials as necessaryAbility to independently investigate and solve technical problems, as necessaryMaintain proper documentation of all studies and testing performed following Good Documentation Practices (cGDP) guidelinesParticipate in inventory control and ensure items are ordered through the appropriate supplierPerform other duties as assigned

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma, Vocational, Certification or equivalent with 5+ years of experiencePreferably, 3+ years working in an analytical or mechanical laboratory setting or medical device environment with experience following strict safety standards, or equivalent education and experienceAuthorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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