Production Technician I - 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Production Technician shall: Sterilize, prepare, and organize all necessary equipment and reagents into carts trays for use during sterile test sessions Perform sample setups in accordance with standard operating procedures Setup and prepare media quality control and growth promotion Perform monthly air sampling Perform cleaning duties, equipment PM maintenance and QC recording Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Operate sterilization equipment (i.e., autoclaves) and sonicators Clean the Controlled Testing Environments (CTEs) Prepare media, instruments, and supplies needed for Technologists to perform testing in CTEs Maintain bacteria-free work areas and proper clean room sterility by using aseptic procedures and following all department cleaning guidelines. Keep accurate records of sterilization and supply inventory, check expiration dates, and reorder supplies Work within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods Adhere to all quality and safety standards, policies and protocols in the lab as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies Work under moderate degree of supervision, referring complex and/or unusual problems to a supervisor Comply with departmental and company safety guidelines including proper use of PPE
Requirements
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High school degree or GED preferred
- Demonstrated skills Attention to detail is critical and need to adhere to strict procedures to prevent contamination of samples, equipment and CTEs
- Interpersonal skills are needed to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to safely work within an environment in which potentially infectious human blood and body fluids are present, utilizing all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
- WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Minimum 1 year of experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Sterilize, prepare, and organize all necessary equipment and reagents into carts trays for use during sterile test sessions
- Perform sample setups in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Setup and prepare media quality control and growth promotion
- Perform monthly air sampling
- Perform cleaning duties, equipment PM maintenance and QC recording
- Perform data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Operate sterilization equipment (i.e., autoclaves) and sonicators
- Clean the Controlled Testing Environments (CTEs)
- Prepare media, instruments, and supplies needed for Technologists to perform testing in CTEs
- Maintain bacteria-free work areas and proper clean room sterility by using aseptic procedures and following all department cleaning guidelines.
- Keep accurate records of sterilization and supply inventory, check expiration dates, and reorder supplies
- Work within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
- Adhere to all quality and safety standards, policies and protocols in the lab as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
- Work under moderate degree of supervision, referring complex and/or unusual problems to a supervisor
- Comply with departmental and company safety guidelines including proper use of PPE
Benefits
- Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
