Description:

As a lab assistant or 'Production Lab Assistant', one is responsible for processing raw biological materials (mostly cow and pig blood and separating the red and white blood cells) used in the manufacturing of their products, as well as maintaining and cleaning production equipment and containers after processing runs. The end products that this group supports are used to make calibrators for hematology instruments.

This lab is a raw materials lab where the lab assistant in this role would spend the majority of their time utilizing centrifuges to break down the animal blood where it's then further processed in other labs and cleaning dishware in their sterile environment (not classified as a cleanroom).

This is an FDA regulated lab so there is also a documentation component, ensuring proper lot numbers are documented, etc.

Lab Assistants in this role are on their feet throughout the lab space as well as in the dishwashing space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates centrifuges and cleaning dishware
• Wraps cleaned equipment for further sterilization
• Batch and label product
• Document results, process and refer to past batch records
• Understand appropriate lab protocols and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) including regulatory awareness of chemical handling and hazards, compliance, and proper use of equipment
• Follow daily work instructions and priorities set by supervisor with a commitment to safety
• Participate in continuous process improvement efforts, identify and flag areas for improvement
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelors or Associate degree in Scientific Discipline

OR

H.S Diploma and 1 year of industry lab experience

Schedule: Full-time

8am-4:30pm Monday - Friday

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