MeriCal® · 11 hours ago
Analytical Lab Technician
Orange, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$26/hr - $29/hr
3+ years expMeriCal is a leader in the dietary supplement industry, providing innovative manufacturing and packaging solutions. The Analytical Lab Technician will perform diverse laboratory procedures, ensuring product quality and adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
Consumer GoodsHealth CareManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure finished products meet MeriCal and customer quality standards
Understand and perform basic testing calculations; ability to identify and resolve incorrect calculations and process the calculations manually if necessary. Recognize data inconsistencies before uploading any and all testing required
Recognize priority conflicts of testing; prioritize and communicate test schedules to customers' if necessary and have the ability to multi-tasks and able to run multiple tests at at time
Ability to perform routine troubleshooting and repair on tests and equipment
Must be able to clearly articulate and communicate testing issues with co-worker(s), immediate supervisor. Provide timely status updates upon request
Ability to communicate to the customers on any and all special requests and to follow up on all customer questions or concerns
Conduct quality tests following approved methods and cGMP/SOP/GLP guidelines
Enter, upload test data into Excel, or other MeriCal software's and create COAs
Facilitate sample flow between work area and other areas in the department. Communicate issues to appropriate personnel
Must be pro-active in safety and housekeeping along with environmental concerns as needed to maintain a highly efficient and safe work environment
Must be able to maintain thorough documentation and associated information following all FDA guidelines
Performs routine sample testing involving processing samples for chemical and/or biological analyses
Sets up, dismantles instruments and apparatus. Prepares specialized solutions/suspensions such as mobile phases or media to perform essential laboratory procedures
Makes and records observations, perform calculations, collects, and prepares data for evaluation
Reports results of assignments, maintains and performs related record keeping functions
Participates in designing and conducting investigational studies of atypical results
Complies with company policies and procedures and maintains regular work attendance
Personal responsibility for following all safety rules, SOP and cGMP guidelines
Qualification
Required
3 to 5 years working as a production supervisor, preferably in FDA packaging environment
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or related field
Industry experience with 1-3 years of lab experience equivalent
Experience in a vitamin manufacturing industry working in QC with an emphasis in a Wet Lab working environment
General knowledge and/or awareness of FDA guidelines preferred
Computer skills necessary to record, analyze, report, and communicate all pertaining information as needed to the appropriate personnel
Must possess time management skills and be able to multi-tasks in a high-volume high-profile department
Must have good level of organizational and documentation skills, good written and oral communication skills and be able to accept and work shifting priorities as deemed necessary by customer demands
Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines to meet customer demands
Preferred
General knowledge and/or awareness of FDA guidelines preferred
Analytical and titration lab coursework is considered a plus
Method Development/Validation experience a plus
Benefits
No-cost vision insurance (yes, you read that right!), employer-paid life insurance, paid company holidays, generous paid time off, sick leave, employee assistance program, and a comprehensive wellness program.
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans tailored for you and your dependents.
Exceptional supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
401(k) matching plan and more!
Company
MeriCal®
For over 60 years, MeriCal has provided custom manufacturing and packaging services to the dietary supplement industry.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-10-03Acquired
Leadership Team
Ron Fugate
Chairman
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