Laboratory Technician

Position Summary

HR MGMT 10, LLC is an Employer of Record providing workforce support services to partnered brands operating in regulated and consumer product industries.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lab Technician to support laboratory operations at a peptide manufacturing and quality control facility. This role is responsible for conducting analytical and microbiological testing on peptide raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods; maintaining laboratory equipment; preparing reagents and media; and supporting validation and stability studies in a cGMP-compliant environment.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, regulated laboratory setting and can ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all testing and documentation processes.

Core Responsibilities

1. Peptide Sample Testing & Analysis

• Receive, log, and track incoming peptide samples including raw materials, in-process batches, and finished peptide products
• Perform HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) analysis for purity, identity, and potency testing of peptide compounds
• Conduct FTIR spectroscopy to confirm peptide identity and raw material characterization
• Perform analytical testing including pH, moisture content (Karl Fischer or loss on drying), and water activity
• Assist with peptide reconstitution, dilution preparation, and sample handling per established SOPs
• Identify and escalate out-of-specification (OOS) results to the Lab Director promptly

2. Microbiological & Environmental Testing

• Perform routine microbiological testing including bioburden, sterility, and endotoxin (LAL) testing on peptide products
• Prepare and maintain laboratory media, cultures, and reagents for microbiological assays
• Conduct environmental monitoring (EM) including viable and non-viable air and surface sampling
• Support cleanroom and controlled environment testing protocols relevant to sterile or aseptic peptide manufacturing

3. Equipment Operation & Calibration

• Operate and maintain key laboratory instruments including HPLC systems, analytical balances, pH meters, pipettes, and lyophilization support equipment
• Perform routine calibration and verification of laboratory equipment per established schedules
• Ensure proper maintenance, cleaning, and qualification of instruments
• Maintain organized and accurate technical records for all equipment, calibration logs, and testing activities

4. Quality, Compliance & Documentation

• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements including FDA 21 CFR Part 111/211 as applicable
• Record and document all testing data accurately in accordance with GLP, GDP, and cGMP standards
• Support investigations, deviations, and implementation of CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)
• Maintain accurate lab documentation, batch records, and reporting to support regulatory compliance and audit readiness

5. Validation & Stability Support

• Assist in cleaning validation through swab testing and environmental monitoring for peptide manufacturing equipment and surfaces
• Support stability studies for finished peptide products under defined storage conditions and time points
• Participate in validation of production processes and laboratory cleaning procedures
• Assist with method validation activities for peptide-specific analytical procedures

6. Third-Party Lab Coordination

• Prepare and submit peptide samples to external contract laboratories for confirmatory or specialized testing (e.g., amino acid analysis, mass spectrometry)
• Manage chain of custody documentation and coordinate sample pickups
• Review certificates of analysis (COAs) for accuracy and document results in laboratory systems

7. Laboratory Maintenance & Inventory

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment compliant with cGMP standards
• Properly dispose of biohazard, chemical, and peptide-related waste per applicable regulations
• Monitor inventory levels of reagents, consumables, and reference standards; assist with ordering laboratory supplies

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience; OR
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related science
• Familiarity with GLP, GDP, and/or cGMP documentation practices
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety, compliance, and standard testing procedures
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow SOPs and structured processes in a regulated environment

Strongly Preferred

• Experience working in a peptide, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or compounding laboratory environment
• Hands-on experience with HPLC operation and data interpretation
• Familiarity with FTIR, Karl Fischer titration, or endotoxin/LAL testing
• Experience supporting environmental monitoring programs or cleanroom testing
• Knowledge of F…