What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering - Lab Technician I position at Planet Pharma?
Job Description
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Key Responsibilities
- Sterilization Activities
- Operate and monitor sterilizers (e.g., autoclaves, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, ethylene oxide etc.).
- Prepare and load samples for sterilization cycles following established protocols.
- Ensure compliance with sterilization parameters and safety standards.
- Technical Support & Maintenance
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on sterilization and lab equipment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions and deviations.
- Assist in equipment and sensor calibration, inspection, and repair activities.
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Makes and records observations; performs simple calculations; collects and prepares data for evaluation, analyze testing results.
- Use MATLAB, Python, or other analytical tools to trend cycle performance and identify anomalies.
- Create and maintain technical reports, protocols, and documentation in accordance with SOP standards.
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Support microbiological testing and environmental monitoring when needed.
- Collaborate with engineers and lab technicians to improve process efficiency and product quality.
- Participate in validation and qualification activities for equipment and processes.
- Diploma or Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Applied Science, or a related field.
- 3 years of experience in a technical lab or manufacturing environment; sterilization experience preferred.
- Familiarity with microbiological principles and sterile techniques.
- Proficiency in data analysis software (MATLAB, Excel, Python, etc.).
- Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow written procedures and work independently in a regulated environment.
- Communicates with contacts typically within immediate job area. Obtains and provides technical information requiring little explanation or interpretation.
- Requires limited job knowledge of systems, procedures, basic laboratory techniques and use of standard test instruments. Follows basic work routines and standards.
- Ability to work onsite.
- Comfortable working in a lab environment.
