AR&D Laboratory Technician
Sun Pharma, one of the world’s largest specialty generic companies, operating in over 150 markets worldwide, has been present in the U.S. since 1996, focusing on generics, branded generics and over-the-counter (OTC) products. We are a vertically integrated company and valued supplier to the largest wholesalers, distributors, warehousing, non-warehousing chain drugstores as well as leading managed care providers.
This position is located at OHM LABORATORIES Inc., (a Sun Pharma Company) in New Brunswick, NJ and is one of the nation’s leading manufacturer of pharmaceuticals. A long standing history of superior product and a steadfast reputation for excellence has positioned OHM LABORATORIES as an integral partner of choice by many leaders in industry. Rigid quality control, quality assurance, versatility, personalized service and the expertise of our team have continually attributed to the success of OHM LABORATORIES Inc. for over two decades.
At Sun Pharma we believe our people are an invaluable asset. Our culturally diverse workforce is one of our biggest strengths, along with the rich experience they bring across varied skill-sets. We are proud that our global workforce is bound by our common values:
Humility. Integrity. Passion. Innovation.
Position Title: AR&D Laboratory Technician
Area of Responsibility:
Provide assistance to Chemists, Scientists, and Management by performing various laboratory support functions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Cleaning and maintaining the lab
• Glassware washing
• Disposal of lab waste
• Ordering of lab chemicals
Job Summary:
Under the direction of laboratory management, this individual will:
• Prepare mobile phase/diluents dissolution media and perform the daily calibration of pH meters, balances, Karl Fisher apparatus and other laboratory equipment as assigned.
• Clean dissolution bath and maintain cleanliness in the laboratory.
• Perform any testing as required by management, after adequate training.
• Follow the analysts’ instructions to collect the glassware, set up the dissolution baths, and remove the organic waste and HPLC vials from the LC’s.
• Collect samples from the Vault per the testing schedule/plan based on the analyst/management’s requirement. Count the tablets/capsules and perform ATW/ACFW.
• Perform data entry, filing, and organization and maintain raw materials, finished product and sample logbooks.
• Remove the released samples from the appropriate area and dispose of them accordingly as per SOP.
• Maintain and monitor lab supplies and chemical inventory in the lab.
• Check the expiration dates of the standards, chemicals, remove the expired chemicals, and dispose of them accordingly.
• Ability to travel up to 5%
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned.
Requirements:
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with Science background
• Preferred undergraduate degree in science related field.
Experience:
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role in a lab
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in an office, lab, or manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Manufacturing/Production environment:
Environmental related to manufacturing/production environments:
• Noise: Sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.
• Fumes: Smoky or vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction.
• Odors: Unpleasant smells.
• Gases: Examples include carbon monoxide and ozone.
• Dust: Airborne particles of any kind, such as textile dust, wood, and silica.
• Hazards: Conditions where there is danger to life, health or bodily injury such as closeness to moving mechanical parts; working on scaffolding and high places; exposure to burns, radiant energy, explosives, toxic chemicals, and electric shock.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle objects, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required of this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Must be capable of bending and lifting, moving and/or carrying up to 50 pounds.
Ability to navigate office, lab, and/or plant floor working environments, stands, ambulates, and reaches.
Must have the ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment utilized at the site, including but not limited to respirators, safety glasses/goggles, and safety shoes.
Must have English language fluency, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate at all levels within the organization.
