Lab Technician - Analytical

VIVOS HOLDINGS•Jonesboro, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES Responsible for the accurate analysis of incoming raw materials, bulk liquids and finished products utilizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), Nice Pak’s Test Methods (NPTMs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Assures and is responsible for the accurate analysis of incoming raw materials, bulk liquids and finished products utilizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), Nice Pak’s Test Methods (NPTMs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Assures released raw materials, bulk liquids and finished products have met the required specification criteria prior to release. Maintain accurate, complete and traceable documentation related to analysis and disposition. Review documentation to ensure adherence to internal and external requirements. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list or statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or other related science degree
Knowledge of Analytical Chemistry methods and theory and the ability to incorporate them into daily tasks and problem solving
At least one year experience in a laboratory environment (Analytical Lab preferred)
Ability to demonstrate skill in performing work accurately and precisely.
Ability to follow test methodology.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Ability to do root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

Performance of required Analytical and Chemical testing according to NPTMs, SOPs and WIs on raw materials, bulk liquids and finished products.
Perform non-routine chemical testing such as: flush samples, sanitizer verifications and investigations.
Ensure that all results are accurately recorded in appropriate laboratory notebooks and another designated forms according to GLP’s.
Provide production and other plant areas technical expertise and analytical skills to facilitate problem solving and root cause analysis.
Order, approve and monitor the purchase of laboratory analytical supplies.
Prepare standards and perform equipment calibrations and verifications.
Prepare / revise laboratory procedures (WIs, methods, SOPs, etc.) when required
Collection and testing of DI water to ensure that analytical specifications are met.
Conduct wet chemical titration to determine the percentage of activity on various solutions and finished products.
By the use of instruments (GC, HPLC, IR, UV, Auto-titrator, etc.) determine the percentage of various components as required by specifications.
Perform identification of various chemicals or formulations as per methodology and
Prepare solutions and titrants when required.
Clean and sanitize laboratory at specified intervals by following appropriate SOP and/or WI.
Perform calibration, reading and recording of instruments within the Analytical Lab.
Prepare and maintain laboratory test solutions.
Coordinate release of liquid batches including designation of reassay/expiration date.
Test incoming raw and customer supply material and assure that all the required certification is accurate and within specification.
Determine product’s disposition. Complete necessary forms and distribute to appropriate parties.
Determine the toxicity and pH of waste tanks are designated intervals.
Handles special projects and assigns them as required
Assist in the sampling, testing and release of raw materials when needed.
All other duties as assigned.