Quality Control (QC) Laboratory Technician I - Tues to Sat 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Eurofins USA Genomic Services•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The QC Laboratory Technician I performs daily analyses of manufactured products and is responsible for making product release or rejection decisions after completing training and demonstrating proficiency. The technician also helps maintain, calibrate, and validate equipment used in analyses, and is expected to use sound technical and business judgment while following laboratory practices. The role requires working effectively with QC staff and other departments, following relevant work instructions and records, and carrying out product analyses accurately and efficiently. The technician operates and troubleshoots laboratory equipment, maintains orderly workspaces and accurate production records, and follows applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements, including proper handling of hazardous materials and use of PPE. The position includes successful completion of applicable on-site training and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree, high school degree, or equivalent.
Proven ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Prepared to work overtime during shifts other than the assigned shift or on weekends, if requested.
Proven ability to work well in a team with little supervision.
Ability to lift 35 or more pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in an ISO-9000 or cGMP environment.
Experience with MALDI-TOF, mass spectrometry, ESI mass spectrometry, Capillary Gel Electrophoresis, or HPLC.
Previous experience working with general laboratory equipment.
Microsoft Windows and Excel proficiency and experience using lab-specific software.
Previous experience working with hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

Work and communicate effectively with QC personnel and staff in Manufacturing, Customer Support, Development, Maintenance, and Logistics.
Understand and follow relevant workflows, work instructions, checklists, batch records, logs, and other documents.
Make Quality Control decisions according to company specifications in a time-sensitive manner after training and demonstration of proficiency.
Multi-task product analysis while maintaining close attention to detail.
Ensure proper daily operation of automated equipment.
Keep equipment and the work environment clean, organized, and ready for use.
Troubleshoot and correct commonly encountered laboratory equipment issues.
Maintain accurate production records in accordance with requirements and established Quality System standards.
Maintain consistent quality and efficiency in work processes.
Follow company health, safety, and regulatory policies, including hazardous-material handling and proper PPE use.
Successfully complete applicable on-site training programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.