Job Title: Quality Lab Technician
Location: Bedford, Ohio
Job Type: Full-time
About Us:
As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.
Description:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Quality Lab Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for performing routine functions of the Chemistry Laboratory. Perform general housekeeping to keep Chemistry laboratory organized. Pick up and receive samples in chemistry laboratory physically as well as electronically in LABWARE LIMS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs duties in support of the day-to-day functions of the QC Chemistry Laboratory. This includes but not limited to cleaning and organizing laboratory general area.
- Perform Laboratory glassware cleaning using mechanical washer and organize them on shelf.
- Organize laboratory chemicals on appropriate storage are upon receiving in chemistry laboratory.
- Pick up drug product-controlled samples from vault for laboratory analysis and Ligin than into laboratory logbook as well as receive in LABWARE LIMS
- Performed sample destruction per SOP and document into sample reconciliation logbook.
- Performed cleaning of general area and laboratory bench top
- Perform safety and documentation audits monthly. Maintains laboratory cleanliness as needed.
- Perform cleaning around equipment and general laboratory work area.
Qualifications:
We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:
- High School Diploma or associate degree in science coursework and 0-2 years’ experience handling hazardous chemicals Experience is preferred.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, and in a timely fashion
- Computer knowledge of common windows application
- Must be detail oriented.
- Must have basic understanding of laboratory.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers.
- Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule (weekends, shift, etc.) which may be required for business needs.
- Physical Demands
- Ability to walk distances of 1-3 miles per day.
- Good manual dexterity to repetitively manipulate syringes, vials, stoppers, etc.
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
What We Offer*:
- Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
- Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
- A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
- 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
- 11 company paid holidays
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
- Employee discount program
- Wellbeing rewards program
- Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
- Career advancement and growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.
Recruiters:
Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
