Laboratory Technician I

Eurofins USA Genomic Services • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I performs assigned laboratory duties under the authority of and with accountability to the Laboratory Manager or Team Lead. The role supports laboratory quality and production by following established procedures, maintaining accurate records, operating laboratory equipment, and identifying departures from the quality system or testing and calibration procedures. The technician may take action to address such departures when consistent with company guidelines, sound technical and business judgment, and laboratory practices.

This position works in a regulated laboratory and production environment. It requires completing applicable on-site training and following safety and regulatory policies, including appropriate handling of hazardous materials and use of personal protective equipment. The stated schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; overtime, alternate shifts, weekends, or holidays may be required as operational demands dictate.

Requirements

• Associate degree or coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related scientific field is preferred.
• Ability to accurately follow detailed written procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and verbal instructions in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy while performing repetitive laboratory tasks and processing high volumes of samples.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment while meeting quality, productivity, and turnaround-time goals.
• Ability to work well on a team with little supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime, alternate shifts, weekends, or holidays as operational demands require.
• Complete annual RCRA awareness training.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an ISO-9000 or cGMP environment.
• Previous experience with general laboratory equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Excel.
• Previous experience working with hazardous chemicals.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation such as pipettes, balances, centrifuges, thermocyclers, spectrophotometers, plate readers, or automated laboratory systems.
• Ability to lift 35 or more pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work and communicate effectively with team members; be dependable and punctual.
• Maintain consistent quality and efficiency in assigned work processes.
• Keep equipment and the work environment clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Apply appropriate laboratory techniques after training.
• Understand and follow relevant Work Instructions, Checklists, Batch Records, Logs, and other documents.
• Operate laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, automated liquid handlers, and pipettes.
• Maintain accurate production records in accordance with requirements and established Quality System standards.
• Follow company safety and regulatory policies, including policies for hazardous-material handling and proper personal protective equipment.
• Complete applicable on-site training programs successfully and in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Work overtime during other shifts or on weekends if requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental options
• Vision options
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree