Lab Technician

Title: Lab Technician

Duration: 12 months+

work address: 11214 El Camino Real, Building C

San Diego, CA 92130

Pay rate $25/hr.

1st shift 8 hours on site

Interviews - pre-screen phone and then on-site interview with panel

College grad is acceptable

must have’s on the resume: strong manufacturing experiences for making buffers. (bench lab experience, speak English, work with and follow batch record or work instruction)

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Technician I is a versatile role, responsible for independently performing all tasks ensuring high-quality service levels are met. Responsible for preparing and maintaining buffer solutions used in various laboratory and manufacturing processes. Responsible for the cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of laboratory glassware. This role ensures that all glassware is properly cleaned and ready for use in various laboratory processes, adhering to strict quality and safety standards. This position may also involve handling hazardous materials, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines

Job Responsibilities: (Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities)

Accurately prepare buffer solutions by mixing acids, bases, and other chemicals in precise proportions.

Use pH meters and other equipment to adjust and verify the pH of buffer solutions.

Handle, store, and dispose of hazardous materials safely.

Routine cleaning, drying, and autoclaving of all laboratory glassware and plasticware.

Safely follows all established standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Hand washes and dries laboratory glassware and plasticware utilizing (may handle hazardous chemicals).

Operates glassware washers, glassware dryers, and autoclaves for machine washing, drying and sterilizing of laboratory glassware and plasticware.

Cleans the glass wash facility walls, floors, ceilings, counters, sinks, and vents.

Cleans glass wash facility equipment.

Tracks inventory of plasticwares and requests from stock when necessary.

May support ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) production (plates, std/kit, crimping, sealing)

Maintain accurate records of buffer preparation processes, including batch records and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

May provide support for animal care: provide food and water, clean enclosures, provide enrichment items, and monitor animal health.

Scan batch record in a timely manner

Promote a safe work environment. May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment. Participates in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Addresses corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified. Notifies supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.

Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting supervisor

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED

Ability to read, write and speak English fluently

Intermediate computer skills

Perform intermediate math calculations

Experience with SAP is desired

ELISA plate production experience is a plus

Animal husbandry experience is a plus

1-3 years relevant work experience in a life science industry is preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

Attention to Detail: Precision in measuring and mixing chemicals is essential to ensure the accuracy of buffer solutions

Familiarity with laboratory equipment and techniques, including pH meters, pipette, analytical balance, autoclave, industrial washer.

Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks

Self-motivated, must have ability to work with minimal supervision

Clear and effective communication skills for documenting processes and collaborating with team members and cross-functionally

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Physical Demands: (if applicable)

General Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 30-50 pounds unassisted.

Visual Acuity Requirements: Inspection/Technician/Administrative.

Motion and Sensory Requirements: speaking, hearing, walking, grasping, lifting, turning/twisting, reviewing, implementing, writing, and performing data entry