Lab Technician - 1st Shift
About The Position
Performs functional quality control testing of Bioassay, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, and Storage products to confirm they meet specifications before release. Maintains cell lines used for testing, troubleshoots production issues, and follows written cell culture assay protocols. Works under the QC Supervisor and with the QA Department. All work follows the company Quality Management System, certified to ISO 13485. The role is performed in a laboratory and manufacturing environment. The technician must follow safety procedures and wear required PPE, including a lab coat, gloves, and eye protection. Work involves cell cultures, biological materials, and chemical reagents, and requires following the company's biosafety and chemical hygiene practices.
Requirements
- Associate degree required.
- 1–3 years of hands-on cell culture experience required.
- Aseptic technique and routine maintenance of cell lines.
- Careful, accurate record keeping and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow written procedures and work with minimal supervision.
- Basic math and data skills, including calculations and dilutions.
- Clear written and verbal communication with QA, production, and supervisors.
- Follow safety procedures and required PPE, biosafety, and chemical hygiene practices.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related scientific field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform functional QC testing on existing and new Bioassay, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, and Storage products.
- Maintain cell culture stocks, equipment, and reagents.
- Record procedures, data, and results in designated lab notebooks and quality records, ensuring entries are accurate, legible, timely, and compliant with good documentation practices.
- Maintain cell lines used for testing, troubleshoot production issues, and follow written cell culture assay protocols.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
- 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
- Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan; total company contributions to retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid parental leave and family building support.
- Fitness benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits.
- Disease management programs.
- Paid time off.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward exceptional contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
