Lab Assistant

Job Description

The Lab Assistant will conduct daily batch and physical testing for manufacturing operations, employing standard chemical assays according to established protocols. This role involves operating laboratory computers and analytical instrumentation, troubleshooting, and performing calibrations as required. The Lab Assistant will execute incoming raw material testing, compare analytical results to benchmarks, verify the quality of received components, and document analytical data using appropriate data management systems in compliance with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily batch and physical testing for manufacturing operations using standard chemical assays.
• Operate laboratory computers, analytical instrumentation, and systems, including troubleshooting and performing calibrations.
• Execute incoming raw material testing, comparing analytical results to established benchmarks, and verify the quality of received components.
• Document analytical data, audit information, logs, and specifications in compliance with company policy.
• Assist in investigating non-chemical material anomalies occurring on the manufacturing floor.
• Support plant trial requests as necessary.
• Adhere to good laboratory practices (GLP) for safe and proper chemical handling.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks for the laboratory environment and analytical equipment.
• Collaborate with chemists to perform additional duties as assigned.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience in a lab or testing environment using wet chemistry procedures preferred.
• Previous lab experience in Medical, Manufacturing, Food, etc.
• Troubleshooting and calibration skills.
• Chemical handling expertise.
• Batch testing and wet chemistry knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Open to candidates with or without a degree.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
• Knowledge of HPLCs is a plus.