Lab Support Technician (Media Buffer Prep)
About The Position
The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to the Hiring Manager and will work closely with the Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. Location: Springhouse, PA Schedule: Monday - Friday 7 am - 3:30 pm Hourly Rate: $20.30 Benefits: Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1) Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc. Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products . How you will thrive and create an impact Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required
- Experience:1-2 years of experience in a customer-facing or laboratory environment.
- Collaboration Tool: Knowledge of Information, intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Word and Excel
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs
Nice To Haves
- Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, security clearances, and medical checkups
- Requires knowledge in using various instruments to prepare for and perform tests
- Excellent Customer Service Skills; display a professional can-do attitude
- Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
- Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies, and procedures
- Must be flexible, forward-thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently
Responsibilities
- Complete routine laboratory procedures, such as but not limited to preparation of solvents, buffers, resins, reagent solutions, media prep, mixing of chemicals, etc.
- Report timely and accurate test results according to laboratory policies and procedures
- Routine maintenance of lab equipment and troubleshooting.
- Store chemicals properly, dispose of chemical waste, adhere to safety procedures, and participate in safety programs.
- Manage inventory, maintain, process, and order laboratory supplies, including glassware and chemicals for biotech/pharmaceutical processes.
- Maintain records utilizing electronic laboratory notebooks (eLNs).
- Maintain files, track orders, and process shipping requests.
- Track and document chemical usage and inventory.
- Glass wash and restocking, chemical repacking, cylinder delivery and pickup, managing dry ice and liquid nitrogen dispensing, and waste disposal.
- Maintain a clean room to prevent contamination and maintain the integrity of production.
- Calibrate balances and pH meters.
- Clean and prepare dissolution baths and sonicators.
- Inspect laboratory safety stations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)
- Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
- Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
- Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance
- Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
