Lab Operations Specialist (On-site)- Acton, MA

Insulet Corporation•Acton, MA

1d•$23 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

This position will report to the Laboratory Operations Manager in Acton and will be primarily responsible for supporting day-to-day lab operations and engineering teams. The main objectives of this position are to ensure smooth operation of multi-user laboratories, prepare mission critical equipment, and promote a safe work environment among lab users. This position requires close cooperation with members of the Engineering, IT and Facilities teams to accomplish organization objectives.

Requirements

Experienced with building relationships with engineering staff and vendors in laboratory setting
Understanding of basic manual assembly, test, and quality assessment techniques.
Impacts own team through the quality of own work, services or information provided
Recognizes and solves routine problems that can occur in own work area with or without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established operating procedures
Explains detailed and/or comprehensive information, typically within own or related teams/department
Proficient in Office Software and basic technical documentation
Familiar with SAP ERP software for inventory and procurement tracking (preferred)
Experienced with GDP (i.e., accurate recordkeeping)
Self-starter, detail oriented, reliable, and effective verbal/written communicator
Workplace safety training
Ability to organize work, effective time management and judge priorities with guidance
Understanding of procurement and inventory control
Able to lift 20 lbs and handle lab equipment safely
High School Diploma and 2+ years' experience working in a laboratory environment; or GED and 6+ years’ experience working in a laboratory environment; or Associate's degree and 0-2 years’ experience working in a laboratory environment

Nice To Haves

Familiar with SAP ERP software for inventory and procurement tracking (preferred)

Responsibilities

Supports equipment management process, monthly calibration and preventative maintenance while maintaining equipment availability
Provides or supports organization of training, guidance, and assistance to personnel on use of lab equipment
Ensures laboratory cleanliness, storing materials in designated areas or properly disposing in accordance with lab guidelines
Actively supports safe working environment and promotes culture of safety in the lab settings
Maintains inventory of personal protective equipment, consumable materials, chemicals storage, and Safety Data Sheets on all chemicals in lab
Assists with lab improvement projects
Performs or supports execution of small repairs as directed
Performs other duties as necessary