Sample Preparation Technician I

Sample Preparation Technician I

About the Role

• This role is within the Sample Prep Department.
• Available shifts: 2nd shift (4pm - 12:30am) or (12pm - 8:30pm).
• Work schedule options: Tuesday - Saturday or Monday - Wednesday, Friday & Saturday.
• A $250 sign-on bonus is offered.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, and Methodologies.
• Adhere to appropriate quality measures to meet or exceed standards set by ISO/IEC 17025, cGMP, GLP, and company requirements.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations; maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in at least one core method and ability to conduct at least one other assigned method with no more than 25% supervision.
• Demonstrate ability to operate all required basic lab equipment within the department.
• Set up batches of samples for weighing and perform weighing.
• Perform timely and accurate analysis of samples, including preparing samples, using appropriate analysis methods and techniques, and applying appropriate data reduction.
• Maintain a neat and accurate record system, recording daily work, quality control tests, and regulatory purposes.
• Record test data and results in a logbook, record book, or BookMaster, and enter data into eLIMS either manually or through automatic export.
• Identify samples requiring rechecks.
• Maintain clean glassware and prepare solutions for daily testing.
• Identify method/matrix/analytical difficulties and report them with proposed solutions to the Department Leader or supervisor.
• Ensure proprietary methodologies are not disclosed to non-employees without written approval.
• Remain ready and willing to respond to queries and needs of clients, staff, and co-workers.
• Stay current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by the Department Leader or supervisor.
• Recommend more accurate or efficient laboratory equipment or procedures.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees, communicating orally and in writing.
• Promote the company image through ethical business practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• ISO/IEC 17025
• cGMP
• GLP
• eLIMS
• Basic lab equipment
• Sample preparation techniques
• Analytical techniques

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action-oriented.
• Associate degree or High school diploma with 0-3 years of experience.

Physical Demands

• Requires standing, walking, and use of hands to find, handle, and feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Some repetitive motion is involved.
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distance vision.

Additional Information

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.