Automation Technician

Bio-Techne • Minneapolis, MN

7d • $18 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an Automation Technician to join our Automation manufacturing team in the production of Protein Simple Consumables science products. In this role, you will play a crucial part in a variety of tasks within a laboratory setting, with primary duties focusing on the preparation and filling of specialized microtiter plates with liquid products using semi-automated plate production machines. Additionally, you will be responsible for packaging standard vials into plastic pouches using automated standard pack equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to work on routine tasks under supervision
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment and automated material handle equipment independently.
• Knowledge of lab protocols, SOPs, chemical handling procedures, and safety and regulatory compliance standards
• Familiar with basic calculations and unit of measurement
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to pick up heavy items (5-50lbs)
• Good communication skills (verbal and written English)
• Minimum high school diploma with 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Prior experience with general laboratory equipment (pipets, analytical balance, microscope, incubator and degassing device) is required

Nice To Haves

• Technical or associate degree in Mechatronics / Automation / Biotech Manufacturing or any other relevant technical degree with up to 1 years of relevant experience is preferred
• Prior experience operating material handling equipment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Operating specialized production machines such as Oyster Bay, Hamilton plates filler and M&O Perry to fill liquid products into vials and/or microplates
• Packaging standard vials into plastic pouches using custom standard pack equipment.
• Batch and label products manually or utilize automated equipment
• Document data, reference past batch records, and maintain accurate batch records and inventory of manufacturing components
• Set up, clean, and operate semi-automated manufacturing equipment, such as Oyster Bay or Hamilton Plate Filling Machines and Standards packer
• Adhere to lab protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory and safety guidelines
• Meet product cycle times and quality expectations consistently
• Follow daily work instructions and priorities set by the production supervisor/lead with a strong commitment to safety
• Perform any additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives
• an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED