Packaging Lab Technician II

About the role

Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a functional, safe, and effective laboratory and ensure that all equipment meets standards for laboratory testing use
• Perform mechanical testing on medical device packaging systems per the specified test plan and/or SOP, and operation of respective equipment for each test
• Document the test results in a specified format which includes handwritten datasheets, computer printouts, and electronic data entry
• Understand the importance of maintaining the integrity of the test and subsequent data of each test performed
• Facilitate communication between the laboratory and customers (internal) regarding testing requirements, status, reporting, and timeline
• Communicate with supervisor and/or project managers on testing status and any issues encountered during the test request
• Timely notification of testing delays, issues with samples, or changes in schedule
• Compile, analyze, and summarize data to key stakeholders as well as maintain databases by using MS Office tools (e.g. Excel), prepare reports and/or presentations to support decision-making
• Complete assignments and facilitate the work activities of others, may coordinate work beyond own area
• Coordinate the testing execution and attend to the timely and accurate execution of test procedures with minimal supervision
• Works autonomously within established procedures and practices, proposes improvements to processes and methods as needed
• Provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members
• Prioritize various test requests to ensure tasks and objectives are completed
• Complete and document test related deviations, non-conformance's, or out of specification (OOS) results
• Implement and oversee the On-The-Job (OTJ) and/or test method validations as part of training of new lab technicians
• Maintain proper documentation of all studies and testing performed following Good Documentation Practices (cGDP) guidelines
• Conduct inventory control and ensure items are ordered through the appropriate supplier in a timely manner
• Maintain equipment in the lab by ensuring all equipment is in a calibrated state, ready to use and qualified prior to use
• Develop and author test reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and specifications when needed
• Lead and/or assist in the improvement of protocols and processes in the laboratory
• Manage and order reagents and supplies

Requirements

• High School Diploma, Vocational, Certification or equivalent with 5+ years of experience
• 3+ years working in a mechanical laboratory setting or medical device environment with experience following strict safety standards
• At least 1 year experience in a Packaging laboratory setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook, at minimum)
• Knowledge of packaging equipment and procedures is preferred

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Comfortable with the daily use of personal protective equipment (e.g. lab coat, safety glasses and/or steel toe shoes/caps)
• Strong computer, laboratory, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with the use of software to operate equipment
• Good understanding of cGMPs, industry and regulatory standard and guidelines
• Good understanding of federal and local regulations regarding health and safe work practices within a manufacturing and laboratory environment
• Experience with statistics, experimental design, and multivariate analyses (and their related software) is a plus
• Proficiency with math, the metric system, weight, and volume
• Customer Service and Quality-oriented, excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to details
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing)

Skills

• Operate and maintain automated packaging equipment
• Develop and author test reports, SOPs, and specifications
• Lead and/or assist in the improvement of protocols and processes in the laboratory
• Manage and order reagents and supplies

Benefits

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences

Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.