- April 16, 2025
- Lab Technician, Medical Device, Pharmaceuticals, San Francisco Bay Area, CA
0802 Device and Packaging Development Lab Technician
Summary:
The Device Development Laboratory Technician will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of life-changing medical devices and combination products.
The job consists of essential physical testing for R&D, verification, complaint investigations, and stability programs within a cGMP environment.
Responsibilities:
Foster a collaborative and positive team environment through clear and effective communication.
Develop and demonstrate your ability to influence stakeholders by leveraging technical expertise and interpersonal skills.
Prepare and execute a variety of physical tests for routine and non-routine samples to collect and record experimental data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Conduct regular laboratory maintenance and compliance activities.
Manage laboratory supply inventory to ensure uninterrupted testing operations.
Identify and troubleshoot basic technical issues, proposing effective solutions.
Actively contribute to team projects and process improvement initiatives.
Maintain meticulous documentation in accordance with cGMP standards.
Education and Experience:
B.S./B.A. (preferably in relevant scientific discipline) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Technical Knowledge:
Proficiency in using physical testing equipment and software (e.g., Instron, Zwick, etc.)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and complete assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling clear and concise reporting of results.
Interpersonal Skills:
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Work Environment / Physical Demands Considerations:
The majority of work is completed at the location of employment in a laboratory type setting.
Ability to make repetitive motions and manual manipulations of samples. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
Safety Considerations:
Work is performed in a laboratory setting.
PPE (e.g. safety glasses) are provided and must be worn whenever working in the laboratory.
The hiring range for this position is $30-$37 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity, and may also vary depending on candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience amongst other factors
Harvest Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, Sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.