Laboratory Technician II- Weekends

Medtronic • Brooklyn Center, MN

33d • Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life The Laboratory Technician works with scientists, engineers, and technicians supporting quality control, product support & development testing. The technician will perform sample preparation and analysis as part of a laboratory team. The technician will review, authorize and report results, support document creation and revision, and participate in continuous improvement projects for the lab. The role functions as part of the Analytical Laboratory that works under ISO17025 requirements in the medical device field.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years related experience in technical areas such as in metallurgical, electronic, mechanical or related technical discipline.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with clients, laboratory personnel, and other functions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and execute on daily tasks
• Ability to work and be effective with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

• A successful candidate will have experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Preferred qualifications include:
• 2-year technical degree in metallurgical, electronic, mechanical or related technical discipline.
• Experience working in and documenting experiments in a highly regulated environment.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Experience with continuous improvement tools such as, Lean Sigma or Six Sigma.
• Experience and understanding of cGMP, ISO17025, FDA and ICH requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support sample registration, labeling, traceability, and storage.
• Perform sample preparation including: Sectioning with trim saw and automated mill Mounting using various medias Grinding and polishing using Abrapol and Tegramin grinders Surface etching with acids
• Use a microscope as an analysis tool for dimensional measurement and evaluation of surface features
• Equipment set up, cleaning, troubleshooting, calibration, and operation
• Real time documentation of test protocols and data collection
• Author and review laboratory processes
• Assist engineers and scientist in equipment and process qualifications
• Participate in and or lead continuous improvement projects
• Perform general support including preparing chemical solutions and maintaining inventory of consumable supplies
• Perform work in adherence to procedures, department policies and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
• A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
• Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
• Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees