Technician, Laboratory Support

Neogen Corporation • Lansing, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician Support team member performs a wide variety of laboratory tasks and experiments. May make detailed observations, analyze data and interpret results. Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels for laboratory supplies. May write experimental reports, summaries and protocols. May also be responsible for media preparation in the research and development area, including experiments as required and outlined. May also develop and maintain record keeping for experiments performed. Performs limited troubleshooting and calibration of instruments. May perform glass washing. The QC Lab Support role is fundamental to the successful, compliant operation of the QC Lab, ensuring technicians have the materials and environment needed for accurate testing. Central responsibility for preparing, labeling, and quality documentation of all microbiological media, buffers, and cleaning solutions. This includes accurate weighing, pH adjustment, autoclaving, and log entries. Responsible for daily lab cleaning and managing waste streams (regular, chemical, solid biohazard, and liquid biohazard). Strict adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and Aseptic Technique to maintain the integrity of the BSL-2 lab environment. Perform daily temperature logging for critical equipment (incubators, refrigerators, freezers), assist with routine preventative maintenance (PM) tasks, perform pH meter calibration, and operate/document use of the autoclave and glassware dishwasher. Assist other technicians with basic tasks, submit IT and Facilities support requests, and serve as a designated trainer for new hires on Lab Support core duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• No prior experience is required as this is an entry-level position.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in English.
• Ability to clearly and legibly record data and initials on logs and forms, which is critical for GDP compliance.
• Ability to communicate clearly (orally and written) with team members and management.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) for accurate weighing and dilution calculations when preparing media and cleaning solutions.
• Basic knowledge of computers and operating systems, including the ability to effectively communicate electronically and use portals for submitting support requests (IT, Facilities, Media).
• Regularly required to see, talk, or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit, especially when performing lab maintenance and preparation tasks.
• Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, such as media bottles or equipment.
• Employee must pass a standardized color deficiency test with a score of > 80%.

Nice To Haves

• Prior laboratory or commercial experience with material preparation, cleaning, or precise documentation is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of laboratory tasks and experiments.
• Makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels for laboratory supplies.
• Writes experimental reports, summaries and protocols.
• Responsible for media preparation in the research and development area, including experiments as required and outlined.
• Develops and maintains record keeping for experiments performed.
• Performs limited troubleshooting and calibration of instruments.
• Performs glass washing.
• Prepares, labels, and provides quality documentation of all microbiological media, buffers, and cleaning solutions.
• Performs accurate weighing, pH adjustment, autoclaving, and log entries.
• Performs daily lab cleaning and manages waste streams (regular, chemical, solid biohazard, and liquid biohazard).
• Performs daily temperature logging for critical equipment (incubators, refrigerators, freezers).
• Assists with routine preventative maintenance (PM) tasks.
• Performs pH meter calibration.
• Operates and documents use of the autoclave and glassware dishwasher.
• Assists other technicians with basic tasks.
• Submits IT and Facilities support requests.
• Serves as a designated trainer for new hires on Lab Support core duties.

Benefits

• Professional and personal growth opportunities.
• Neogen’s Pillars of Trust (Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service) guide decision-making.
• Consistent, happy and healthy work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED