Senior Lab Tech - Microbiology

Ecolab•Naperville, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Senior Lab Technician to join their team in Naperville, IL. This role is critical in Legionella laboratory operations, involving performing ISO test methods, maintaining equipment, and mentoring new team members. The Senior Lab Technician will collaborate with scientists and technicians to ensure accurate testing, troubleshoot challenges, and contribute to a safe, organized, and high-performing lab environment.

Requirements

Associate degree with relevant coursework (e.g. college coursework in science, technology, engineering or mathematics) may substitute for experience.
1+ year of laboratory technician or related experience.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Immigration sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Microbiology.
Proficiency and expertise in utilizing, calibrating, and maintaining technical laboratory equipment
Experience with statistical methods for data analysis and trending
Strong interpersonal communication skills, including excellent oral and technical writing capabilities
Experience multi-tasking and managing numerous projects simultaneously
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and complete tasks independently.
Ability to maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Understanding of and practice in aseptic technique.
Track record of safe work practices.
Flexibility to work overtime.

Responsibilities

Follow all safety procedures and risk assessments.
Safely handle known and unknown biological materials up to Biosafety Level 2.
Perform a variety of routine lab operations including culture-based testing of water samples according to ISO 11731 international standards for detection of Legionella.
File management of laboratory documents, records, and reports.
Record and analyze testing results consistently and accurately in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Train new members of the team in lab techniques after gaining expertise in those areas.
Maintain equipment in operating condition and order supplies and services as needed.
Prepare and stock supplies for daily lab work.
Routine laboratory cleaning.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
matching 401K
company-paid pension
stock purchase plan
paid parental leave
select discounted childcare resources
life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
auto insurance
home insurance
pet insurance
identity theft protection
short-term and long-term disability
401k
pension plans
retirement health care benefits
short-term incentives
vacation (12 days)
holidays
parental leave
employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
discount on day care services and caregiver services
adoption assistance
group legal services
employee assistance program
employee discount program
education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.