What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at Net2Source (N2S)?
Job title: Lab Tech - I (Assistant)
Location: De Soto, KS 66018
Duration: 12 months
Pay rate: $20- 21.44/hr.
Education Requirements:
• Minimum qualification: HS Diploma/GED
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field with no experience, an Associate degree in a related field with 2 or more years of experience, high school diploma or equivalency with at least 5 years relevant experience in a related field.
Required Experience and Skills:
• Familiarity with basic to moderately complex laboratory techniques and procedures required.
• General knowledge in the areas of biology and chemistry.
• A high level of organization, tact and patience.
• Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to handle large amounts of detailed work and work on several projects at one time.
• Good mathematics and writing skills.
• Ability to work in a team with people from both inside Quality Control as well as other departments such as Research and Development and Manufacturing.
• Physical ability: Ability to lift and move material (i.e., lifting up to 25 lbs.) manually and through the use of dollies/hand trucks.
• Software: MS office suite.
Responsibilities:
The primary purpose of this position is to perform routine basic and midlevel laboratory procedures with minimal guidance for the testing of veterinary biologicals according to strict government and company-imposed regulations and guidelines.
• Responsible for preparation/sterilization/maintenance of media / solutions / glassware / equipment.
• Responsible for receipt / coordination / distribution of incoming lab testing materials including all test samples.
• Responsible for shipment of test samples to other sites and regulatory agency under strict shipment conditions and requirements.
• Perform routine quality control procedures including environmental monitoring observations. This position requires an understanding of the principles underlying the testing procedures used in the areas of assignment. In addition, a basic understanding of the material being evaluated (virus, bacteria, cell line) is also required.
• Enter test results in the appropriate tracking system. Crosscheck wet records with information in the tracking system and evaluate test dispositions (satisfactory, unsatisfactory, inconclusive, no test). Report to QC Management all unusual, nonroutine occurrences when performing tasks. This includes completing the necessary documentation.
• Prepare and qualify test reagents/supplies/solutions/media. Participate in the creation/revision of SOPs/test methods/test worksheets for testing performed in the area(s) of assignment.
• With limited guidance, troubleshoot basic and midlevel test methods.
• Peer Record Review
Salary : $20 - $21