Quality Control Lab Assistant

Job Title - Quality Control Lab Assistant

Location - Knoxville, TN 37932

Job Duration: 06 Months (possibility of extension)

Job Description:

• Assists in the preparation of materials for testing. Aids professional/certified individuals in the performance of various laboratory tests. These duties include, but are not limited to:
• Receipt and preparation of samples through front-end automation, refrigerated and frozen storage/archive of samples, use of computerized reports in retrieval and reconciliation of samples from archive for additional testing.
• Participates in continuing education.
• Receives specimens and some supplies. Processes and records information received from collection centers. Handles and tracks donor samples from receipt to final testing.
• Performs proper disposal of samples into biohazard containers after testing is complete.
• Follows all safety regulations, Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies and rules. Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation within assigned department. Uses company laboratory computerized inventory management system to locate, track and determine testing status of samples. May handle positive samples.
• Works within current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) guidelines and adheres to all regulatory standards within the Lab.
• Assists with monitoring of inventory levels for laboratory supplies applicable to assigned department. Notifies supervisor of inventory needs.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Must Have):

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Previous lab-related experience is preferred