Lab Technician

Job Title - Lab Technician

Job Location Richmond, Virginia, 23219
Duration: 12 Months with possible extension.

Job Description

This role is 100% onsite

First shift- 9:00AM EST - 5PM EST (Monday through Friday)

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology or applicable field required.
• Experience working in a chemical lab environment and ability to work with nicotine.
• Knowledge about good lab safety practices and Quality systems such as cGMP/GLP
• Experienced with Microsoft Office suite for communication and data entry. Great attention to detail with documentation and records.

Responsibilities:

• R&D technician supporting Vapor Formulation Development team with e-liquid compounding, prototyping, and internal sensory panel logistics.
• Provides technical expertise in the operation of laboratory equipment (e.g., analytical balance, pH meter), and the handling of ingredients and materials used to develop nicotine-containing consumer products.
• Independently conduct prototyping activities following SOPs and lab safety protocols. Generate & review laboratory data for accuracy, adherence to lab procedures and completeness.
• Maintain ingredients and materials inventory as well as relevant lab records in compliance with Client Quality Management Manual and associated regulations.
• Receive incoming shipments and compare them against the accompanying documentation. Ensure that all received shipments are properly labeled and stored in the designated area.
• Assemble small scale products for testing which may include electrical components.
• Support prototypes sampling, labeling and distribution to multiple labs and/or facilities. Coordinate prototypes shipment when applicable.
• Assist with analytical requests submission and record management.
• Assist with sensory panels logistics such as sampling, scheduling and execution.

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person