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Job Description
This job regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, hot plates, and autoclaves. The lab technician performs analyses and reports accurate and timely data according to Laboratory Operating Procedures and testing methodologies.
Media Preparation (60%)
Preparation and sterilization of culture media
Proper labeling, storage, and disposal of solutions and media
Accurate documentation of all solutions and media prepared using Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Maintenance and verification of general laboratory equipment
Daily monitoring of the DI water system
Daily monitoring of sterilization units
Managing time and tasks efficiently while maintaining excellent quality of work
General housekeeping duties
Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Sample Preparation (40%)
Aseptically handles samples and performs analyses according to operating procedures and test methodologies
Maintains and verifies equipment
Reports non-conformances to the supervisor or manager
Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in operating procedures and test methodologies
General housekeeping duties
Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Qualifications
Associates degree (A.A./A.S.) or higher
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to routinely lift 20-30 pounds and be comfortable with handling hot liquids.
Experience with Windows PC and Microsoft Office
Able to calculate basic math
Successful completion of a drug test and criminal background check.
Schedule
Tuesday-Saturday; Flexible
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Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Science
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