Laboratory Technician III at AbbVie — Waco, TX

Purpose

The Laboratory Technician III performs laboratory testing in the microbiology lab within a fast paced GMP environment in support of one or more of the following areas; environmental monitoring, raw materials, in-process product, and final product. Analyzes test data and evaluates results. Writes procedures with guidance. Works under the guidance of a supervisor but is able to manage time efficiently in achieving timely completion of assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs test methods as written to support product/material release.
• Understands and maintains a safe work environment for themselves and others in accordance with procedural requirements.
• Understands, implements and maintains GMP with respect to laboratory records, procedures and systems in accordance with procedural requirements.
• Will perform environmental monitoring with required equipment and within required frequency.
• Accepts responsibility to complete assigned tasks as committed. Works with others to maintain a positive atmosphere to accomplish business objectives.
• Revises procedures as necessary and provides support for department.
• Support investigations
• Will effectively perform a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on with minimal error.
• Associates Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Biology or equivalent science degree with <2 years pertinent experience or High School Diploma with 2+ years combined experience in Manufacturing, QA, QC, R&D in pharmaceutical or biologics industry.
• Maintains their certifications as needed for assigned job tasks.

**This is a Night Shift position. Hours: 5:45pm-6am

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.