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ManTech Vallecitos Laboratory is located in Sunol, California , and is seeking an Laboratory Technician to work in the Sample Processing group. The laboratory performs materials characterization and related analytical services on commercial and government contracts. The activities of the group include isotopic, chemical and elemental analysis of materials on a production basis.

Responsibilities:

• Working in Gryphon’s ISO Class 5 cleanrooms, adhering to strict environmental and quality controls and standard operating procedures, and processing samples using specialized chemical methods and various micromanipulation techniques.
• General laboratory work to include safe handling of a variety of chemicals, cleaning and validating materials, and consumable preparation.
• When appropriate and approved, devise or modify analysis techniques and procedures to address new analytical requirements.
• Constructively interact with other staff scientists, engineers, and technicians.
• Assist the Sample Processing team leader with duties as required.
• Assist with quality assurance and performance improvement activities (ISO/IEC 17025:2017).

Primary Qualifications:

• Scientific or Technical Associates degree, with 2-5 years of relevant technical experience or a High School diploma and 3-5 years relevant laboratory or clean room experience.
• Sufficient physical dexterity to perform micromanipulation tasks required to handle small samples.

Additional Qualifications:

• Able to self-motivate and work under little supervision.
• Established safe laboratory skills and exceptional aptitude for detailed record keeping.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to write clear scientific and technical reports.
• Ability to work under broad managerial direction.
• Team oriented with proven ability to communicate and work effectively within small groups.

One must have exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical and organizational skills. Ability to follow directions is a must. Applicants must be able to work well alone and as part of a team.

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