Position : Packaging Laboratory Technician
Location : Covington, GA
Duration : 12 Months Contract
Total Hours/week : 40.00
Shift : 1st Shift
Summary:
Provide technical support for the Corporate Packaging Design & Development Laboratory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Test and evaluate medical device packaging materials, components and systems.
· Complete testing and inspection forms with high level of accuracy
· Prepare and proofread lab reports with a minimum of errors.
· Support division level packaging projects through application of laboratory testing resources.
· Follow laboratory SOPs and other procedures.
· Maintain laboratory testing schedules and performance metrics.
· Coordinate the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Qualifications:
· Able to follow laboratory standard test methods and procedures.
· High attention to detail.
· Basic understanding of good laboratory practices.
· Strong organizational skills.
· Knowledge of ISTA and ASTM package performance test methods a bonus.
Education and/or Experience:
· Bachelor or Associate degree in Science/Engineering. Packaging Engineering or Technology preferred.
· Background in quality engineering.
· Package testing experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
· ISTA CPLP certification is a plus.
Computer Skills:
· Proficient experience with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
· Able to comprehend and use computer controlled laboratory equipment.
Language Skills:
· Able to organize and clearly write business correspondence and technical reports and to communicate well with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Mathematical Skills:
· Knowledge of standard engineering calculations and fundamental statistics.
Reasoning Ability:
· Able to read and comprehend company procedures, packaging specifications and drawings, industry test methods, government regulations, technical journals and scientific literature.
· Able to interpret and define test requirements from individuals who are not packaging experts.
· Able to seek out information from external sources in order to expand knowledge base.
Physical Demands:
· Must be able to regularly lift and move containers of up to 25 pounds and occasionally of up to 50 pounds.
· Must have sufficient dexterity to use precision measuring instruments and conduct manual tests.
· Must be able to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time.
Work Environment:
· Office environment and laboratory environment with routine exposure to sharp cutting devices, operating machinery, hot and cold environments and occasional exposure to chemicals required to execute certain test methods.
