Equipment Specialist

Merck • Rockville, MD

9d • $27 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Your Role: As the Laboratory Equipment Specialist in the Immuno GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) Lab, you are responsible for the management, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment used in immunoassay department. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards and supports the laboratory operations by providing technical expertise and support for equipment-related activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• 2+ years of experience in a laboratory environment, preferably within a GMP-regulated setting.
• Strong understanding of laboratory equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with GMP regulations and quality systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train and support staff effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with immunological equipment.
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Proficient in Excel and/or other spreadsheet application.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Management: Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of laboratory equipment, ensuring it is functioning optimally and in compliance with GMP standards.
• Calibration and Validation: Coordinate routine calibration, validation, and qualification of laboratory instruments and equipment, documenting all processes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions or discrepancies, coordinating with vendors or technical support when necessary.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, calibration, and validation activities, ensuring all documentation is compliant with GMP regulations.
• Training: Provide training and support to laboratory staff on proper equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and safety protocols.
• Inventory Management: Assist in inventory management of equipment and supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with GMP standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about industry regulations and best practices related to laboratory equipment and ensure compliance within the lab environment.

Benefits

• Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level