Confirmation Instrument Technician

Abbott • Gretna, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Confirmation Instrument Technician position is located within Abbott’s SAMHSA‑certified Toxicology Laboratory in Gretna, LA. The individual in this role will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting analytical laboratory instrumentation (GC/MS, LC‑MS/MS, and automation), ensuring compliant operation, vendor coordination, training, inventory management, and EHS activities. Shift: Tues-Sat 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent related science field
• Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds
• Ability to have full body movement
• Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists)
• Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
• Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
• Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
• Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis
• Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

Nice To Haves

• Advanced understanding of analytical techniques, laboratory procedures, and instrumentation
• Advanced knowledge of GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS systems
• Ability to detect chromatographic issues and recommend or implement fixes
• Advanced ability to review GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS data
• Understanding of R&D and compliance requirements for SAMHSA, CAP‑FDT, and related regulatory bodies
• Advanced understanding of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and related lab software
• Ability to present data clearly and maintain organized, accurate documentation
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with supervisory staff
• Ability to maintain written records of technical updates and communications

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure the performance of GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS instruments
• Maintain and support laboratory testing equipment, including Hamilton liquid handlers
• Perform troubleshooting on instruments that are not functioning properly
• Maintain equipment logbooks using Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Ensure all work complies with company policies
• Train employees on routine use and maintenance of GC/MS and LC‑MS/MS instruments
• Serve as a liaison between the laboratory and instrument vendors
• Coordinate service calls with instrument service vendors
• Assist laboratory leadership with the purchase and installation of new instruments
• Maintain inventory of replacement parts
• Manage storage of supplies
• Coordinate EHS activities, including the lab’s hazardous waste program

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• The Freedom 2 Save student debt program
• FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level