Lab Technician I - 1st shift

PL Developments Careers • Copiague, NY

3d

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I supports daily laboratory operations by ordering supplies, logging samples, managing laboratory waste, performing daily weight checks for analytical balances, shipping test materials, and cleaning glassware. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The technician must follow company policies and safety procedures, operate basic office and laboratory software such as Oracle and LIMS, and handle multiple tasks efficiently. Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills are essential.

Work is performed in a laboratory environment and may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking, as well as vision monitoring and moderate noise levels. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The starting hourly rate is $23.00.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two years of work experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Ability to comply with company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and personal computers with standard software packages.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience handling multiple projects, assignments, and duties.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures, and applicable state, federal, and local laws.
• Log receipt of samples into the laboratory using LIMS software.
• Order laboratory supplies using Oracle software.
• Remove laboratory waste to appropriate holding containers.
• Ship test samples to outside testing laboratories as needed.
• Clean glassware using a laboratory glassware washer.
• Perform daily weight checks for analytical balances.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Group life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Corporate discount program
• Opportunities to flourish within the company

What This Job Offers

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