Validation Technician - 1st Shift

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

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Job Description

How You’ll Add Value

The Validation Technician ensures equipment is suitable for its intended use, properly maintained in a good state of repair, and continues to operate in a validated state. Incumbent is responsible for the equipment lifecycle including testing and assessing new technologies, configuring, qualifying, and validating new equipment, evaluating the impact of changes, managing maintenance and calibration, and decommissioning of faulty and expired equipment. Must be able to perform tasks independently and ensure Standard Operating Policies (SOPs) are followed.

What You’ll Do

Monitor and validate freezer storage environments Enter data into CMMS system. Completes all necessary documentation in an appropriate and quality driven manner. Receive, unbox, install, setup and validate new freezers Perform weekly maintenance tasks on freezers and LN2 tanks Perform monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance tasks on freezers and LN2 tanks Respond to requests for information in a timely manner Pro-actively communicates all issues to appropriate personnel. Operates industrial equipment as needed (Fork truck, Scissor lift, floor scrubber etc.). Maintains high level and consistent communication with Facilities Manager. Complete basic building maintenance and general repair activities Occasional general cleaning duties required May become involved in special projects

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years previous experience with validation equipment and processes preferred
• Experience in a regulated industry preferred
• Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint required
• Must be mechanically inclined (works well with tools/machinery, adept at fixing or putting things together
• Experience with equipment maintenance and lifecycle preferred

• Ability to learn and use facility management software platforms
• Ability to learn and use basic project management skills
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to manage, prioritize and deliver on core responsibilities in a fast paced and dynamic environment

Physical Requirements

• Performs physically demanding tasks in a safe manner
• Can lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching/lifting/bending
• Extended periods of standing or sitting
• Ability to work with refrigerants (dry ice and LN2) using proper personal protective equipment

Your Working Conditions:

• Employee will be working in an area with potentially infectious materials.
• Employee will need to travel to client sites, approximately 15% of time
• Employee will be responsible for maintaining a clean work environment and enforce and follow Universal Precautions for bloodborne pathogens when working in an area considered to be potentially contaminated.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.