About the roleThe Lab Equipment Specialist provides technical support to laboratory operations by managing the lifecycle, maintenance, qualification, calibration, and performance of laboratory equipment. This role ensures all laboratory equipment and systems remain compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), global pharmaceutical regulatory requirements (FDA, MHRA, EMA), applicable industry standards, and OSHA regulations.
Leveraging technical expertise and industry knowledge, the Lab Equipment Specialist identifies and implements innovative solutions that enhance laboratory efficiency, reliability, and compliance. The role partners cross-functionally with laboratory, quality, engineering, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives, build collaborative relationships, and influence positive business outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement.
Your responsibilities- Manage the maintenance, calibration, qualification, and validation of laboratory equipment and analytical software to ensure compliance with cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and other regulatory requirements.
- Maintain equipment reliability and performance through lifecycle management, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, documentation control, and coordination of repairs and replacements.
- Provide technical support and training to laboratory personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and best practices.
- Partner with vendors and cross-functional teams to support equipment performance, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support laboratory audit readiness by maintaining compliance documentation, assisting with internal and external audits, and driving timely completion of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) while ensuring a safe laboratory environment.
This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.The experience we're looking for- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, with experience supporting laboratory operations in a regulated environment.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience managing laboratory equipment, including maintenance, calibration, qualification, validation, and performance monitoring.
- Experience working within pharmaceutical, food, or other GMP-regulated industries, with a solid understanding of quality systems and compliance requirements.
- Experience utilizing laboratory and business systems such as SAP, LIMS, Empower, or similar platforms to support equipment management, documentation, and data reporting.
- Demonstrated experience preparing compliant documentation, analyzing equipment-related data, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to support laboratory operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
The skills for successCommercial Awareness, Business Partnership, Collaboration, Partnership building, Ability to challenge the status quo, Propose improvement, Accountability, Adaptability, Collaborator, R&D, Product Lifecycle Management.
What we offerWith inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
US salary rangesUSD $65,000.00 - $97,000.00
Hiring range up to 81K
US pay transparencyThe base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year.Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve.
