Laboratory Support Technician

Phigenics • Warrenville, IL

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About The Position

Phigenics Analytical Services Laboratory (PASL) performs water microbiology and chemistry testing to support clients’ water management programs. The Laboratory Support Technician supports day-to-day laboratory operations, including sample receipt, LIMS data entry, reagent preparation, QA/QC recordkeeping, supply management, and laboratory upkeep. The role reports to the Microbiology Group Lead and has no supervisory responsibilities.

The technician helps maintain safe working conditions in the laboratory, warehouse, and offices; follows standard operating procedures and the Quality Management System; and performs QA/QC procedures and recordkeeping under general supervision. Work also includes preparing shipment materials and reagents, assisting with sample receipt and related LIMS tasks, receiving and stocking supplies, and maintaining laboratory equipment and materials. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of experience in a relevant laboratory setting, or a two-year biology degree or equivalent experience in microbiology and/or chemistry; the posting identifies this as preferred.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work occasional overtime, sometimes with little or no notice.
• Ability to work with potentially sensitive biological or chemical ingredients.
• Computer proficiency, including MS Office and LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Support safe working conditions in the laboratory, warehouse, and offices and support safety team objectives.
• Maintain a general understanding of PASL offerings and operations and follow required SOPs and Quality Management System procedures.
• Prepare materials needed for shipments.
• Execute QA/QC procedures in accordance with the QA/QC Schedule under general supervision and maintain QA/QC forms and records.
• Support sample receipt procedures, including scanning and filing Chain of Custodies, communicating COC issues, completing Sample Receipt Conditions reports in LIMS, entering sample information in LIMS, and importing electronic COCs.
• Prepare laboratory reagents used for sample processing under guidance.
• Assist with receipt, inspection, and stocking of laboratory and warehouse supplies.
• Maintain the laboratory by cleaning equipment and washing glassware, vials, and filters; cleaning and storing testing materials; and discarding old microbiology samples.
• Maintain forms and records accurately and complete laboratory maintenance tasks accurately and on time.

What This Job Offers

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