Laboratory Technician

TM BIOWATER Laboratory Technician – Water Testing & Microbiology

Department: Analytical (QC) Laboratory
Reports To: CSO

Hours: Part Time or Full Time

Location: Louisiana

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing routine chemical, microbiological, and physical testing of purified water, Water for Injection (WFI), bacteriostatic water, raw materials, environmental samples, and finished products. This position supports Quality Control operations by ensuring all laboratory testing is performed accurately, documented in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and compliant with FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), USP standards, and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

This position is ideal for an individual with at least one (1) year of laboratory experience in water treatment, water testing, environmental testing, microbiology, or pharmaceutical manufacturing, or a senior undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related scientific discipline.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing

• Perform microbiological testing of water and finished products.
• Conduct water quality testing, including pH, conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), turbidity, and Total Organic Carbon (TOC), as applicable.
• Prepare culture media, reagents, standards, and laboratory solutions.
• Perform microbial plating, membrane filtration, and incubation techniques.
• Conduct environmental monitoring of laboratory and production areas.
• Perform routine sample preparation and testing according to SOPs.
• Record and verify laboratory results accurately.

Sample Management

• Collect water samples from production systems.
• Label and log incoming laboratory samples.
• Maintain sample traceability.
• Store retention samples according to procedures.
• Dispose of laboratory waste properly.
• Keep batch samples and codes

Equipment

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including:

• pH meters
• Conductivity meters
• TOC analyzer
• Incubators
• Analytical balances
• Micropipettes
• Biosafety cabinet (when applicable)
• Water purification monitoring equipment

Perform routine calibration and daily performance checks.

Documentation

• Complete laboratory worksheets.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks.
• Record testing results in LIMS or laboratory logs.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Report out-of-specification (OOS) results immediately.
• Assist with deviation investigations when required.

GMP Compliance

• Follow FDA cGMP regulations.
• Follow USP testing procedures.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness.
• Follow aseptic technique.
• Wear required PPE.
• Comply with data integrity requirements (ALCOA+ principles).
• Support internal and external audits.

Laboratory Maintenance

• Clean laboratory equipment.
• Maintain laboratory inventory.
• Prepare laboratory supplies.
• Restock reagents and consumables.
• Dispose of biohazard and chemical waste according to procedures.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist with laboratory method improvements.
• Participate in investigations and CAPAs.
• Recommend process improvements.
• Support laboratory validation activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate student Junior or Senior actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in:
• Microbiology
• Biology
• Biochemistry
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Chemistry
• Biomedical Sciences
• Environmental Science

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
• Experience with USP microbiological methods.
• Familiar with ALACOA +
• Knowledge of FDA cGMP regulations (21 CFR Parts 210 & 211).
• Familiarity with GLP and Good Documentation Practices.
• Experience with LIMS software.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing.

Knowledge & Skills

• Aseptic Technique
• Microbiology
• Water Chemistry
• Laboratory Safety
• Sample Collection
• Environmental Monitoring
• Media Preparation
• Pipetting Techniques
• Instrument Calibration
• SOP Compliance
• FDA cGMP
• Data Integrity
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Microsoft Excel and Word

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods.
• Lift up to 30 pounds.
• Perform repetitive pipetting and laboratory tasks.
• Distinguish colors for microbiological and chemical testing.
• Work in laboratory and manufacturing environments.

Job Requirements

All Offers of Employment are conditional on successfully passing a background check and drug test.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

License/Certification:

• TWIC Card (Preferred)

Work Location: In person