B. Braun Medical, Inc.

Company: B. Braun US Device Manufacturing LLC
Job Posting Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Functional Area: Quality
Working Model: Onsite
Days of Work: Thursday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday
Shift: 5X8
Relocation Available: No
Requisition ID: 7495

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary:

The QC Laboratory Associate I is responsible for fulfilling the needs of the Quality Control Department’s requirements for analytical testing in the biological and chemical areas, examination of product, components and performing equipment and process validations. The QC Laboratory Associate I is responsible for performing independent tasks of moderate complexity with some guidance from the higher-level positions, demonstrate some problem solving skills. The position is also responsible for the laboratory daily organizational duties.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

Supports the Lab in the preparation and update of test methods/specification/procedures and related documents.
Assists in chemical testing activity.
Updates training activities and related SAP system.
Updates daily testing activity including trending.
Adheres to good laboratory practices, good documentation practices, good housekeeping and good manufacturing process.
Supports the Lab in achieving objectives/targets outlined by the Department Head.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

Requires working knowledge of technical field/area of specialization. Exercises general application of principles, theories and concepts. Follows established procedures and guidelines.
Works under direct supervision and from detailed verbal and/or written instructions. Uses established procedures to accomplish assigned task.
May require some limited judgement in resolving problems.
Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Occasional contact with external contractors/vendors.

Expertise: Qualifications - Experience/Training/Education/Etc

Required:

High school diploma/G.E.D or equivalent required, Associate's or technical degree preferred.
0-02 years related experience required.
Applicable industry/professional certification required.
Regular and predictable on-site attendance
Secrecy and invention agreement and non-compete agreement, Ability to work non-standard schedule as needed

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities: Other Duties

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:

Light work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling and Reaching:

Occasionally:N/A
Frequently: Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull, Sit, Visual Acuity with or without corrective lenses
Constantly: Stand

Activities:

Occasionally: Hearing - ordinary, fine distinction, loud (hearing protection required), Talking - ordinary, loud/quick, Walking
Frequently: Climbing stairs/ladders, Finger feeling, Kneeling/Crawling, Seeing - depth perception, color vision, field of vision/peripheral, Sitting , Stooping/squatting
Constantly: Standing

Environmental Conditions:

Occasionally: Proximity to moving parts, Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (in most areas)
Frequently: N/A
Constantly: N/A

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Noise Intensity: Moderate
Occasionally: Office environment
Frequently: Production/manufacturing environment, Warehouse environment, Lab environment
Constantly: N/A

Target Based Range: $23.95 - $28.73/hr.

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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