Analytical Lab Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform raw material, in-process, and release testing using a range of analytical techniques such as UV-Vis, IR, HPLC, GC, AA, titrations, viscosity analysis, and other wet chemistry methods.
• Conduct analytical testing and support analytical method transfers in an OTC drug manufacturing laboratory.
• Follow cGMP, USP, and 21 CFR 210/211 requirements for all laboratory testing activities.
• Participate in out-of-specification (OOS) and other laboratory investigations, including root cause analysis and data review.
• Apply technical knowledge of chromatography and bench chemistry to perform and interpret tests accurately.
• Use computer systems effectively, including Word, Excel, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) where applicable.
• Apply basic statistical concepts to compare data trends and evaluate test results.
• Verify numbers, words, and alphanumeric combinations across multiple documents and systems to ensure data integrity.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal form with team members and cross-functional partners.
• Collaborate with microbiologists, QC chemists, and other lab technicians to support team goals and maintain a cohesive laboratory environment.
• Organize daily workload, prioritize tasks, and follow up on open items to meet testing deadlines and project timelines.
• Handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Follow verbal and written instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and company policies consistently.
• Support preparation for regulatory inspections and FDA audits by maintaining documentation and laboratory practices in an audit-ready state.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field; a four-year scientific degree is required, with a preference for a degree in Chemistry.
• Experience with HPLC and GC techniques in a laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience with analytical chemistry and wet chemistry methods, including titrations and chromatography.
• Working knowledge of cGMPs as applicable to a laboratory environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of chromatography and bench chemistry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to apply basic statistics to laboratory data and compare data trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis in a quality or laboratory context.
• Attention to detail with the ability to verify numbers, words, and alphanumeric combinations across multiple mediums.
• Effective interpersonal and team-building skills to work productively within a laboratory team.
• Excellent organizational, prioritizing, and follow-up skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to work occasional off-shift hours, overtime, and some weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in OTC, pharmaceutical, or food and beverage testing environments where similar analytical methods are used.
• Familiarity with LIMS or other laboratory data management systems.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment with exposure to FDA audits.
• Comfort working with a variety of laboratory instruments and analytical technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional laboratory teams, including microbiology and QC chemistry.
• Strong team-oriented mindset and positive, professional attitude.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain flexibility in scheduling, including overtime and occasional weekend work.