Laboratory Technician - Bridgewater, United States - Actalent

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    Full time Healthcare
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    Position Summary

    The main responsibility of the Laboratory Technician is to contribute to innovations by setting up and executing experiments at laboratory pilot scale in full alignment with project managers and scientists in the field of nutritional drinks powders and food supplements. This team works on projects to deliver nutrients to consumers in enjoyable formats.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Organize and execute experiments at laboratory scale in full alignment with project managers and scientists dry blending drying high pressure homogenization tableting powder characterization microscopy extrusion etc.

    Set up new methods and innovative experimental approaches to address scientific technical challenges

    Assist scale up of recipes from laboratory scale to pilot plant scale

    Work in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices 5S calibration maintenance of equipment SOP Internal Control Plan

    Propose and implement digital tools to improve efficiency in laboratories

    Maintain list of chemicals be responsible of ordering materials and ensure flawless execution of day-to-day experiments in laboratories

    Assess stability of products during shelf life color sediments phase separation viscosity caking etc.

    Support the organization of Ideation and Innovation workshops

    Maintain implement safety measures in laboratories

    Reduce waste and propose solutions to improve sustainability in laboratories

    Train students and interns to accelerate innovation projects

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    EDUCATION EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

    BSc in Food science Biochemistry chemistry or Food Materials science

    2 years of experience in Food or pharma industry

    Experience working in laboratories in a must

    Ability to work autonomously with a strong team spirit

    Hands on structured precise proactive team player problem solving mindset willingness to learn passion for innovation

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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