Qc Laboratory Technician

OverviewQC Laboratory Technician – 2 Year Fixed Term Contract, Full-Time.

Location : Upper Hutt, New Zealand.

Join a trusted global leading animal health organisation with opportunities to upskill and grow in an area you are passionate about, while being supported and encouraged.The primary responsibility of the QC Laboratory Technician is to perform and document tests within the assigned QC Laboratory, monitor assay performance, plan and coordinate own workload, and contribute to ensuring the smooth running of the area to meet schedules for release of final and intermediate products.

The QC Laboratory Technician sits within the Global Animal Health Manufacturing organization and reports to the QC Manager.What You Will DoResponsibilities include, but are not limited to : Test antigen and / or vaccine to required standards, according to set schedules / timelinesPlanning, conducting, reporting and interpreting routine laboratory assays in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Ensuring adequate stocks of reagents, test materials and equipment are available to perform tests on timeAccurately record all test data / observations by : Documenting all tasks in test records, worksheets or logbooks in accordance with Good Documentation PracticePeer reviewing the work of other team members on procedures in which they are fully trainedMaintain housekeeping standards by : Performing housekeeping tasks in accordance with SOPs and GLPCompleting regular assigned housekeeping inspectionsMaintaining lab equipment in fully operational state of calibration / validation, including performing routine calibrationsReferring to, understanding and following applicable Global Quality PoliciesMinimise Events / invalid test assays by : Monitoring assays for unusual occurrences including preparing and reviewing trends of assay resultsInvestigating and reporting on EventsNotifying supervisor of potential failures, recording faults and rectifying common faults independentlyContribute to the continuous improvement and introduction of new methods in the department by : Implementing assigned CAPA identified in investigationsPerforming routine test method or equipment validations under directionAuthoring or technically reviewing SOPs for procedures in which they are fully trainedBe an active member of the QC team by : Completing training in assigned area / tasksProviding on-the-job training for other members of the QC teamSupporting other team members' initiativesDocumentation and Reporting responsibilitiesDeveloping and maintaining documentation in accordance with Company and relevant quality standardsProducing / assisting with SOP development and SOP updatesFollowing global and local procedures to ensure familiarity with required reporting processes and timelines for Events, Adverse Events and Product Quality complaintsWhat You Must HaveScience degree or equivalent (Chemistry or Biological preferred)Experience in a laboratoryExcellent verbal and written communication skillsUnderstanding of GMP / GLPWhat You Can ExpectWork autonomously while being supported, encouraged and part of a trusted global leading animal health organisationExposure to upskill and develop in your roleFlexibility and openness to other opportunities and skillsetsJoining a collaborative team of like-minded individualsWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.

The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.Current Employees apply HERE

• Current Contingent Workers apply HEREJob DetailsRequisition ID : R364622

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