Tech Lab II - 1st

CSL • Knoxville, TN

1d

About The Position

Under general direction, the Tech Lab II performs laboratory procedures to screen and control materials used in the processing, manufacture, and distribution of blood and plasma products. The role independently performs unit and/or donor suitability testing and other assays, conducts routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods, and evaluates results against established controls.

The position applies advanced skills to troubleshoot non-routine problems, conduct retests, and perform a second technical review of test batches before results are released. It also provides technical assistance to less experienced staff and participates in training design. The role operates analytical instruments and technical laboratory equipment, performs routine equipment maintenance, and follows current good manufacturing practices, applicable regulatory standards, safety regulations, Health Safety and Environmental rules, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Different qualifications or responsibilities may apply based on local legal and educational requirements; local job documentation should be consulted where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Science or an associated chemical or physical field.
• Minimum Medical Lab Technician (MLT) designation as required by the State of Tennessee.
• Functional knowledge of cGMPs and operations in an FDA-regulated industry.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Perform procedures for screening and controlling materials used in processing, manufacturing, and distributing blood and plasma products.
• Independently perform laboratory procedures related to unit and/or donor suitability testing and other assays.
• Perform routine analytical testing using manual and automated methods and procedures, and analyze test results against set controls.
• Troubleshoot non-routine problems, conduct necessary retests, and perform a second technical review of test batches before results are released.
• Provide technical assistance to less experienced staff and participate in the design of training.
• Operate analytical instrumentation and technical laboratory equipment, and perform routine maintenance of assigned instruments and equipment.
• Work within current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) guidelines and adhere to applicable laboratory regulatory standards.
• Follow safety regulations, Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) rules, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

What This Job Offers

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