Lab Assistant

Job Type Current Vacancy Who We Are At CPL, we are passionate about pharmaceutical product development and contract manufacturing. Our aim is to be the top choice CDMO in the non-sterile liquid and semi-solid pharmaceutical products domain and ultimately bring benefits to the customers using our manufactured products. For more than 30 years CPL has partnered with the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies to provide full-service product development and manufacturing, singularly focused on innovation and efficiency. We recognize our employees are our number one asset and support their career growth. We also offer a benefits program, deferred profit-sharing plan, paid time off, employee’s assistance program, work/life balance, employee recognition program, on-site parking, discounted gym membership. Job Summary Support QC Lab operation activities by managing reference standards and reagents inventory, cleaning and drying glassware, managing inventory of lab consumables and lab waste, monitoring temperature-controlled areas in the lab, following GDP requirements to complete the required documentation for all assigned tasks, and performing other activities to help the continuation of QC testing in the lab without interruption. Job Responsibilities Organizes and maintains critical laboratory supplies such as columns for HPLC and GC analysis, filters, vials, syringes, caps, and other consumables for analytical testing as per applicable methods and projects. Manage inventory of columns for HPLC and GC analysis ensuring that a backup column is always available for critical QC tests. Coordinate with buyers to ensure that critical QC reagents are replenished in a timely manner to support continuation of QC testing. Manage the glassware cleaning, drying and storage in designated areas. If any glassware is damaged or excessively etched, follow the appropriate procedures to discard the glassware and immediately take action to replace the glassware. Ensures that all reference standards and reagents are available for the analyst to execute testing. If any required material is found to be unavailable, expired or out of stock, immediately take action to replenish the material inventory. Manage disposal of samples, reagents, glassware, biohazard waste, and general lab waste. Sort and organize the waste as per third-party disposal service provider’s instructions. Coordinate with the warehouse team to ensure timely shipment of waste. Routinely check lab waste containers throughout the lab to ensure waste containers are not overflowing and that lab waste is removed in a timely manner. Ensure that PPE materials (disposable lab coats and safety glasses/goggles) are readily available for QC lab visitors and analysts. Follow assigned procedures and GDP requirements to complete all necessary documentation for assigned tasks. Complete other duties as assigned. Education REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A university degree or diploma in a science discipline (ex: Chemistry). Experience Prior experience in a GMP lab environment is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Must be organized and able to handle multiple work assignments. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good understanding of GMP and GDP requirements. Works as an effective team member to meet departmental objectives. Flexible with the ability to adapt, respond quickly and manage change in a fast-paced environment. Physical Demands/Working Conditions Lab environment Note: lifting of some heavy items including boxes, waste containers, and glassware is expected. CPL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. CPL is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us. We thank all applicants for their expression of interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.

Support QC lab operations by managing reference standards, reagents, and consumables inventory while ensuring glassware is clean and stored correctly. Responsible for monitoring temperature-controlled areas and managing the disposal of hazardous and general laboratory waste according to GDP requirements.

Requires a university degree or diploma in a science discipline, such as Chemistry. Prior experience in a GMP lab environment is preferred, along with a strong understanding of GMP and GDP requirements.

• Benefits program • Deferred profit-sharing plan • Paid time off • Employee’s assistance program • Work/life balance • Employee recognition program • On-site parking • Discounted gym membership

• Inventory managementPreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• TeamworkPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Inventory Management
• GMP
• GDP
• HPLC
• GC Analysis
• Laboratory Maintenance
• Waste Disposal
• Communication Skills
• Organization
• Teamwork
• Adaptability

• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level