Lab Technician - II

Job Title: Lab Technician - II Location: Pearl River, NY Duration: 6 months Pay rate: $28/hr on w2 Work Environment & Schedule On-site, 5 days per week Standard hours: ~8:00 AM 4:30/5:00 PM May require: Early or late shifts (~6+ times/year) Occasional weekend work (~2 times/year) Work requires flexibility employees stay until work is complete Hiring Manager Note:We are seeking an entry-level to early-career Manufacturing Scientist/Engineer to support upstream operations within antibody-drug conjugate (Client) manufacturing in an oncology-focused pharmaceutical environment.This role combines hands-on manufacturing with process ownership, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Execute upstream manufacturing processes including:FermentationSolvent-based recoveryMulti-stage chemical synthesisOperate within a multi-step drug substance production processPrepare buffers and support in-house reagent productionOwn and execute assigned processes end-to-end (not shift hand-off based)Perform process monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizationCollaborate with engineering and cross-functional teamsInvolves use of specialized PPE and handling of cytotoxic materials under strict safety protocols Support:Continuous improvement (CI) initiativesProcess qualifications and validationTech transfers and new product introductions Author technical documentation, including: Reports SOPs Batch records Required QualificationsBachelor s degree in: Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fieldStrong understanding of scientific principles and laboratory/manufacturing practicesAbility to learn complex processes and equipment Preferred Qualifications Exposure to pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing Knowledge of GMP environments Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Ideal Candidate ProfileEntry-level or recent graduate (2-4 years' experience)Motivated to commit long-term (not short-term experience seekers)Comfortable with a non-routine, highly technical manufacturing environmentStrong ownership mindset and adaptability Job description: What You Will Achieve You will have knowledge of process equipment and systems and manufacturing operations with the primary responsibility to execute process and equipment operation activities during manufacturing operations.Due to your expertise in the manufacturing domain, you may participate in training for operational qualifications and assist the Team Lead or other team members as needed.You will conduct all activities in accordance with Company policies and standard operating procedures, *** Values, and global regulatory guidelines, environmental guidelines etc.As an associate, your focus on the job will contribute in achieving project tasks and goals. Through your domain knowledge and commitment, you will create a collaborative team environment for your colleagues.It is your hard work and focus that will make *** ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe. In this role, you will:Execute production activities using knowledge of process equipment, systems, and manufacturing operations.Participate in operational qualification training and assist the Team Lead as needed.Ensure all activities comply with Company policies, standard operating procedures, *** Values, and global regulatory and environmental guidelines.Work in a structured environment using established procedures.Ensure work is regularly reviewed for technical judgment, completeness, and accuracy.Assist in troubleshooting, technology transfer, and start-up activities. Applies established analytical tools to reduce cycle times and optimize production scheduling.Oversee technical documentation for production and process approvals, ensuring compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and manage process activities by adhering to Standard Operating Procedures.Assists production teams with batch paperwork and performs system transactions.Monitors and communicates production metrics.Ensures compliance with all government and company regulatory requirements.Verifies batch reconciliation and investigates all discrepancies immediately. Prepares Manufacturing Discrepancy Reports, as necessary, and escalates issues requiring Management Investigation Reports (MIRs) regarding deviations in process tasks or equipment set-up and testing.Partners with the Quality, Technology and Operations personnel to investigate Manufacturing Incidents applying tools as CAPA to eliminate root cause in investigating.Participates in continuous improvement initiatives, applying tools like LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma to improve quality, cost, safety and cycle time.Able to handle routine problems independently. Works with cross-functional experts in solving problems.Reviews, updates, and revises SOP's. Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements):BA/BS degree in a science/engineering field with any years of experience, or Associate's degree with 4+ years of experience, or high school diploma (or equivalent) with 6+ years of relevant experienceKnowledge of process equipment and manufacturing operationsAbility to follow standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelinesBasic understanding of Current Good Manufacturing PracticesStrong organizational skills to manage project tasks and meet deadlinesTechnical documentation skills for production and process approvals Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements):Experience within the pharmaceutical industryFamiliarity with Six Sigma or other operational excellence programsProficiency in troubleshooting and technology transfer activitiesStrong analytical skills for process monitoring and data analysisExcellent communication skills for presenting data in project team meetingsStrong problem-solving skills