Lab Technician

Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.

Dayton, New Jersey

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Documentation, Drug Development, Drug Products, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Genetics, Health Economics, High School Diploma, Laboratory, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Management, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manufacturing, Materials Analysis, Physical Demands, Product Development, Product Packaging, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Risk, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), State Laws and Regulations, Testing, Waste Management
LOCATION
Dayton, New Jersey
POSTED
10 days ago
Division Overview:

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Aurolife was founded in 2008 as part of a group of companies that has a long history of excelling in generic pharmaceutical prouct development and manufacturing.  Aurolife has a 10 year history of extraordinary manufacturing practices in the solid oral dose arena.  The support and expertise of our parent organization has given Aurolife a jump start in building a solid pharmaceutical portfolio very quickly.  The Aurolife family consists of an experienced management team with expertise in manufacturing, R&D, Quality Assurance and Quality control and regulatory affairs.  In addition to several formulations under manufacture, we have a robust pipeline of products.  Aurolife's aim is to provide healthcare at economical prices to make this a healthier world to live in.

Job Overview:

The Laboratory Technician role is an important position that directly contributes to the efficiency and quality of our QC operations. Essential duties include the following daily tasks:

  • 50% Daily Cleaning and organizing the laboratory glassware, remove liquid and solid waste generated on QC.
  • 35% Preparation of solutions as requested and analysis of packaging materials.
  • 15% Logging and Organizing the chemicals in the racks and maintaining cleanliness of Lab.
Responsibilities:
  • Cleaning and organizing the Laboratory Glassware.
  • Removal of liquid and solid waste from the containers/waste receptacles and transfer to the designated area.
  • Organizing the reagents in the racks as per the requirement.
  • Providing the laboratory requirements such as paper towels on each Aisle, replacing empty glove boxes, clean and dry glassware etc. as and when supplies are exhausted. 
  • Maintaining the general cleanliness of the Analytical lab. 
  • Assisting the analyst with preparation of dissolution media, Mobile phase, seal wash, needle wash and other solutions as required. Documenting the preparations in the respective LIMS worksheets.
  • Testing of physical parameters on drug products and packaging materials after qualification.
  • Logging and organizing the received chemicals in the designated racks and removing the expired, near expiry chemicals and maintaining chemical/reagent inventory in LIMS.
  • Sampling of materials after training as and when required.
  • Procurement of chemicals and other laboratory resources in ERP as and when required.
  • Following the Quality Culture Principles and Behaviors outlined in the SOP (CQA-CP-GEN-0139) while executing all the above tasks
  • Act as a PCM Initiator in QMS.
Qualifications - Skills & Requirements:
  • 1 year experience in pharmaceuticals would be preferred.
  • Experience with lab generated waste management.
Education & Experience:

• High school diploma 

• 1 year experience pharmaceuticals would be preferable

Physical Requirements: LAB TECHNICIANS -Must be able to bend at the waist and knees as well as twist at the trunk. •Must practice good personal hygiene •Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. •Must be able to wear laboratory protective gowning and equipment, including but not limited to gowning, goggles, face shields, respirators, and protective gloves. PPE and Respirators are essential for the health and safety of employees. •Position requires working in the laboratory as well as sitting Additional Physical Requirements:
Lifting 8+ Hours - 0-10 Pounds
Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk: Category III: Tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. Category I tasks are not a condition of employment. We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

About the Company

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Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.

Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is a generic pharmaceutical manufacturer and distributor and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Aurobindo Pharma Limited, a leading generic pharmaceutical company based in India. Headquartered in HITEC City, Hyderabad, India, founded in 1986 and becoming a public company in India in 1992.

Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is committed to delivering a broad portfolio of quality, affordable generic pharmaceuticals to pharmacists and patients.  Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. adds value through superior customer service in the distribution of a broad line of generic pharmaceuticals, leveraging vertical integration and efficient controlled processes.  Aurobindo has business operations in more than 125 countries around the world. Aurobindo is a global pharmaceutical company with a broad portfolio of generic drugs that includes more than 180 product families and 450 individual product packages. 

Aurobindo markets over 80% of the top 100 most prescribed products in the world.  In past years, Aurobindo has received more ANDA approvals than any of our competitors.  Aurobindo is now ranked 2nd among pharmaceutical companies based on Total Prescriptions Dispensed. (We are#27 in 2010)

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals
WEBSITE
https://www.aurobindousa.com/