Laboratory Technician
This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity.
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Job Summary
In this role, you are responsible for the timely commissioning, calibration, maintenance, qualification, and requalification of laboratory equipment. A key part of the role is the prompt creation and implementation of corrective measures. You will coordinate repairs and accompany external service providers. Furthermore, you are responsible for ensuring the functionality of the equipment. In the event of malfunctions, deviations, or changes, you are responsible for initiating the required actions as part of the established procedures. You are also actively involved in returning equipment to operation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Timely commissioning and qualification of laboratory equipment
Independent commissioning of equipment, including handling repairs and accompanying external service providers
Assigning, handing over, and returning laboratory equipment to internal customers and external services
Collaborating with relevant departments and laboratory leads
Supporting the implementation of necessary CAPA measures
Documenting relevant deviations and changes related to the equipment, as well as creating handling instructions
Maintaining laboratory statistics in accordance with current procedures
Education
Successfully completed vocational training as a chemistry or biology laboratory technician, or as a chemical-technical or biological-technical assistant
Work Experience
- Initial professional experience in a comparable position is desirable
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Very good German and good English language skills, both written and spoken
Very good IT application skills (MS Office)
Basic knowledge of analytical methods and procedures is an advantage
Basic knowledge in qualification and validation under GMP guidelines
Strong communication and teamwork skills
High awareness of quality, service, and customer orientation
Reliability, resilience, and conscientiousness
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently #LI-JJ1
Travel Requirements
Physical Requirements
West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [email protected]. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.
