Analytical Laboratory Technician Ii - Alajuela, Costa Rica - Abbott Laboratories

Abbott Laboratories

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Alajuela, Costa Rica

hace 1 semana

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Andrea Rodríguez

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Descripción

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLEPerform qualitative and quantitative testing of various chemicals and materials to support routine manufacturing and engineering projects.

The individual will be responsible of:
laboratory inventory stock of supplies, instrument maintenance and assist Scientist in method development and validations among others.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform tests or processes required to monitor chemicals, solutions and raw materials for the manufacturing operation.
Conduct laboratory experiments and testing of raw materials
Support evaluation and upgrade of laboratory procedures.
Maintain working knowledge and understanding of USP, FDA, ISO, and any other regulatory standards applicable to chemical testing and validation.
Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment and safe work habits.
Use and maintain highly advanced scientific instrumentation in the Analytical Laboratory (e. g. high pressure liquid chromatographer, ion chromatographer, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy).
Provide support to the manufacturing site in the areas of analytical testing and review.
Carry out assigned tasks such as laboratory experiments and testing of raw materials and solutions.
Conduct OOS investigations guided by the lab Scientist or Supervisor.
Ensure accuracy of notebooks and spreadsheets in accordance to the appropriate standards.
Review test results and other pertinent documentation.
Support development, validation and implementation of test methods for laboratory equipment.
Support training of other laboratory technicians on instrumentation, test procedures, software analysis programs, and laboratory standards.
Ensure correct documentation on Analytical Laboratory testing. Maintain all required laboratory record.
Perform wet chemistry testing to support incoming chemicals/materials per USP methodologies.
Perform and support testing for routine manufacturing and internal product manufacturing investigations using analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FT-IR, IC, TOC and others in high throughput environment.
Follow written test method procedures to execute routine laboratory tests in GMP environment.
Follow ABBOTT Quality Policy by adhering to documented Standard Operating Procedures.
Ensure chemical inventory is well stocked.
Ordering lab supplies, chemicals/SRM standards and equipment spares.
Communicate effectively with management and other team members/internal customers.
Participate in continuous improvement (Lean Principles) of laboratory testing and development.
Develop indepth knowledge of analytical techniques/instrumentation, lab instrument software's and troubleshooting skills.
Assist scientists with method development and validation activities.
Support training of other laboratory technicians on instrumentation, test procedures, software analysis programs and laboratory standards.
Communicate testing status/issues with requestors and support for summiting samples to the lab (test request).
Participate on troubleshooting activities altogether with lab Scientist or Lab Supervisor. Review and approve test results and other pertinent documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Bachelor's degree or related field with 2-4 years demonstrated experience, Chemical laboratory technician, chemistry.

Experience
At least 3 years of experience.

Ability to follow instructions and maintain safety in the work place
Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and use of basic lab equipment such as ph meter, analytical balance, HPLC, among others.
Working knowledge of quality systems and analytical test methods.
Experience with routine laboratory/wet chemistry work and analytical instrumentation through educational background or relevant industry experience.

Language Proficiency