Technician II Labs

NSF • Traverse City, MI

11d

About The Position

The Technician II Labs role supports laboratory operations through sample handling and preparation, bench and laboratory support, and accurate documentation. The position involves maintaining sample chain-of-custody and traceability, preparing laboratory materials, and keeping work areas organized, stocked, and audit-ready. The technician follows SOPs and safety procedures, records work in notebooks, preparation records, and LIMS, and promptly flags discrepancies. Success in the role is characterized by reliable execution, documentation accuracy, growing independence, lab readiness, and sound judgment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related science.
• 1–2 years of laboratory experience.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in regulated laboratory environments.
• Exposure to LIMS.
• Familiarity with GLP, SOPs, or ISO/IEC 17025.
• Experience with natural product matrices.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, coachable, and safety- and quality-minded.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, and store incoming samples accurately.
• Perform routine sample preparation.
• Maintain chain-of-custody and sample traceability.
• Clean and stage glassware, labware, reagents, and consumables.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and media.
• Maintain organized, stocked, and audit-ready work areas.
• Record work accurately in notebooks, preparation records, and LIMS.
• Follow SOPs and safety procedures.
• Promptly flag discrepancies.
• Provide instrument and equipment support.
• Collaborate and develop professionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level