Biological Laboratory Technician

Description At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Description As part of the team in the Germany laboratory at the Stolberg site, you are responsible for the release of manufactured finished goods. In your role as Technician, Laboratory, Germany, you will conduct inspections of finished products and tests to ensure the cleanliness of cleanrooms in our microbiological laboratory. Consequently, you are entrusted with maintaining our high quality standards and ensuring the timely delivery of products to our customers.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Release testing of finished goods and raw materials according to specified testing methods and specifications following GMP guidelines, DIN standards, and pharmacopoeias
• Microbial load testing via membrane filtration on finished products, raw materials, and process water
• Microbial identification based on morphological characteristics
• Sterilization testing using biological indicators
• Environmental monitoring of cleanrooms
• Working in cleanrooms (ISO 5, 7, 8)
• Conducting manual air particle measurements
• Conducting microbiological tests such as Active Air, Passive Air, and contact plate tests
• GMP-compliant documentation of test results both on paper and digitally
• Data entry and management in SAP

Your Profile

• Successfully completed training as a chemical or biological laboratory technician or as a chemical-technical or biological-technical assistant
• Initial professional experience in a similar position would be desirable
• Good computer skills (MS Office)
• Experience in a GMP-regulated environment would be desirable
• Reliability, resilience, and ability to work in a team
• Careful and independent working style
• Good English skills in speaking and writing
• Working in shifts
• Preferred: Class B driver's license

Pay Transparency The annual base salary range for this position is €42,000.00 - €45,000.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [email protected] . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.