Laboratory Metrology Technician I - Tuesday-Saturday, 3:00pm-9:30pm

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

The Laboratory Metrology Technician I supports laboratory processes at Eurofins Viracor by helping maintain CLIA, CAP, NYDOH, and GxP accreditation. The role performs and documents cleaning, calibration, and preventive maintenance, and records excursions from expected performance as directed by management. The technician maintains laboratory equipment and areas, responds to environmental alerts, keeps equipment records and schedules current, and assists with documentation and investigations. The position works with laboratory associates and supports quality, safety, and process-improvement requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to initiate tasks and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated quality team.
Ability to prioritize and organize workflow, with strong time-management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communicating with all organizational levels and external customers or vendors when required.
Comfort working in a laboratory setting.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word and common laboratory applications.
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records with close attention to detail and in accordance with good documentation practices.
Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
Position may require work outside the normal schedule when necessary.
Physical dexterity to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively; operate a keyboard and other office equipment; and move frequently around laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Ability to communicate clearly in person, by telephone, and in group settings.
Ability to stand in the laboratory for extended periods, including four or more hours as necessary.
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds and, with assistance as available, push or pull heavy loads that may exceed 100 pounds.
Ability to operate a personal computer continuously for extended periods, including four or more hours.
Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate information, solve problems, draw conclusions, and make judgments and decisions.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree (AA, BA, or BS) in biological, physical, chemical, or clinical laboratory science.
Knowledge of the clinical laboratory environment, including basic terminology, protocols, and practices.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with maintenance of instruments such as plate readers and washers, liquid-handling equipment, front-end lab automation equipment, centrifuges, and balances.
Clean laboratory areas and equipment, and document the work performed.
Perform periodic maintenance and cleaning on ULT freezers, refrigerators, and cryostorage equipment.
Maintain required cleaning and maintenance records.
Perform and document instrument calibration activities, including environmental monitoring systems and laboratory equipment such as pipettes and temperature probes, as directed.
Respond to environmental alerts, document actions taken, and escalate as needed.
Perform instrument power cycles and UPS maintenance as required.
Manage pipette inventory and upkeep, including supplying backup and replacement pipettes as requested.
Maintain equipment tracking software records by documenting actions and keeping required activity schedules current.
Perform department administration and investigation activities, including providing documentation requested by internal or external auditors.
Obtain and maintain proficiency in department software programs and tools.
Support development of system and process improvements that enhance compliance.
Follow quality and safety standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and laboratory policies and protocols.
Communicate and work with laboratory associates to complete daily activities efficiently.
Represent the department and organization in accordance with company standards and associate attributes.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.