GMP Technician - Silicas

A Global Leader in Specialty Chemicals and Materials Grace Catalysts Technologies and Grace Materials Technologies provide innovative products, technologies and services that improve the products and processes of our customer partners around the world.

W.R. Grace & Co., a leading manufacturer of Specialty Chemicals has an immediate need for a GMP Technician at its Curtis Bay Facility.

* Create and deliver short training sessions on practical application of GMP. Also, assist in the implementation of overall GMP training * Administer the K1 pest control program, reviewing vendor records and make recommendations for improvements. Ensure compliance to internal policies and procedures, * Establish validation plans related to MOC related to products included in the GMP certification. Execute validation plans and report on programs * Assist with customer returns, labeling, and rework to ensure control of non-conforming materials * Assist in preparation for customer and regulator audits, including GMP certification and ISO. Ensure records are available for appropriate product line. * Administer the internal GMP audit program, collecting data and developing reports for the quality manager. * Develop improvement plans to reduce product contamination and ensure compliance with internal GMP standards for equipment control and maintenance; including operations and maintenance tools to eliminate cross contamination * Participate in customer complaint investigations regarding GMP products (packaging, labeling and fitness for use) * Participate on container selection teams * Develop, lead and maintain GMP cleaning programs throughout K1 * Complete anti-microbial testing of storage silos * Co-lead the Food Safety team to improve employee awareness and engagement around food safety and GMP processes

**Required Skills** * Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization * Strong team work and team building abilities * Work safely, safely lift up to 50 pounds, wear requisite safety equipment and be physically able to reach remote areas of the plant * Train, coach and mentor employees in good manufacturing practices * Must be able to exercise good judgment: evaluate data and trends and make decisions based on the data * Good computer skills. Interface with instrumentation through the computer * Innovative, action oriented problem solving skills **Required Experience** * Five to seven years job related experience in plant operations, preferably in GMP processes * High School/Equivalent * W.R. Grace is an EOE employer. M/W/V/D encouraged to apply. Drug Free Workplace!