Qc Laboratory Technician

locations NZL - Wellington - Upper Hutt (Whakatiki)
time type Full time
posted on Posted Today
job requisition id R283934
Job Description
Quality Control Laboratory Technician Permanent, full-time position with competitive renumeration and benefits Location: Upper Hutt, New Zealand Upskill and growth in an area your passionate about, whilst being fully supported and encouraged.
Join a Trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation
The primary responsibility of the QC Laboratory Technician is to perform and document tests within the assigned QC Laboratory, monitor assay performance, plan and co-ordinate own workload and contribute to ensuring the smooth running of their 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 QC Manager.
What You Will Do Responsibilities include, however not limited to: Test antigen and / or vaccine, to required standards, according to set schedules/timelines by: Planning, 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 time
Accurately record all test data / observations by: Documenting all tasks in test records, worksheets or logbooks in accordance with Good Documentation Practice
Peer reviewing work of other team members on procedures in which they are fully trained
Performing housekeeping tasks in accordance with SOPs and GLP
Completing regular assigned housekeeping inspections
Maintaining lab equipment in fully operational state of calibration / validation, including performing routine calibrations
Referring to, understanding and following applicable Global Quality Policies
Monitoring assays for unusual occurrences including preparing and reviewing trends of assay results
Investigating and reporting on Events
Notifying supervisor of potential failures, recording faults and rectifying common faults independently
Contribute to the continuous improvement and introduction of new methods in the department by:  Implementing assigned CAPA identified in investigations 
Performing routine test method or equipment validations under direction
Authoring or technically reviewing SOPs for procedures in which they are fully trained
Be an active member of the QC team by: Completing training in assigned area / tasks
Providing on-the-job training for other members of the QC team
Supporting other team members initiatives
Documentation and Reporting Responsibilities
Develop and maintain documentation in accordance with Company and relevant quality standards
Produce/assist with SOP development and SOP updates
Follow global and local procedures to ensure that you are familiar with the required reporting processes and timelines for Events, Adverse Events and Product Quality complaints
What You Must have Science degree or equivalent (Chemistry Preferred) Experience in a laboratory
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding of GMP/GLP
What You Can Expect Work autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation
Exposure to upskill and develop in your role
Flexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsets
Joining a collaborative team of likeminded individuals We 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.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully 
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 
Employee Status:
Regular Job Description
Quality Control Laboratory Technician Permanent, full-time position with competitive renumeration and benefits Location: Upper Hutt, New Zealand Upskill and growth in an area your passionate about, whilst being fully supported and encouraged.
Join a Trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation
The primary responsibility of the QC Laboratory Technician is to perform and document tests within the assigned QC Laboratory, monitor assay performance, plan and co-ordinate own workload and contribute to ensuring the smooth running of their 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 QC Manager.
What You Will Do Responsibilities include, however not limited to: Test antigen and / or vaccine, to required standards, according to set schedules/timelines by: Planning, 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 time
Accurately record all test data / observations by: Documenting all tasks in test records, worksheets or logbooks in accordance with Good Documentation Practice
Peer reviewing work of other team members on procedures in which they are fully trained
Maintain housekeeping standards by: Performing housekeeping tasks in accordance with SOPs and GLP
Completing regular assigned housekeeping inspections
Maintaining lab equipment in fully operational state of calibration / validation, including performing routine calibrations
Referring to, understanding and following applicable Global Quality Policies
Minimise Events / invalid test assays by: Monitoring assays for unusual occurrences including preparing and reviewing trends of assay results
Investigating and reporting on Events
Notifying supervisor of potential failures, recording faults and rectifying common faults independently
Contribute to the continuous improvement and introduction of new methods in the department by:  Implementing assigned CAPA identified in investigations 
Performing routine test method or equipment validations under direction
Authoring or technically reviewing SOPs for procedures in which they are fully trained
Be an active member of the QC team by: Completing training in assigned area / tasks
Providing on-the-job training for other members of the QC team
Supporting other team members initiatives
Documentation and Reporting Responsibilities
Develop and maintain documentation in accordance with Company and relevant quality standards
Produce/assist with SOP development and SOP updates
Follow global and local procedures to ensure that you are familiar with the required reporting processes and timelines for Events, Adverse Events and Product Quality complaints
What You Must have Science degree or equivalent (Chemistry Preferred) Experience in a laboratory
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding of GMP/GLP
What You Can Expect Work autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation
Exposure to upskill and develop in your role
Flexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsets
Joining a collaborative team of likeminded individuals We 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.
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Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully 
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 
Employee Status:
RegularRelocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not ApplicableShift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
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