Lab Support Technician - $1,000 Sign on Bonus

Company: Avantor
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job SummaryOur organization is searching for a reliable and credible member to join the team! You'll be under supervision, provide lab support at customer facilities. As well as laboratory support procedures and preparations. Maintain lab maintenance, equipment, cleaning, and auditing (e.g. glassware, select waste, autoclave). If this sounds like you please do apply! We would be happy to have you a part of our organization.Benefits

• Dental, Vision, and Medical with prescription
• Spending and savings accounts: Healthcare savings, flexible spending & limited purpose flexible spending.
• PTO and short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave, 401k, stock purchase options and so much more!Major Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for handling of all Select Agent waste handling (back-up).
  • Escorts vendors/contractors who perform onsite calibration activities.
  • Assist with laboratory glassware cleaning and autoclaving as needed.
  • Possibly support monthly BI work orders for GMPREP decontamination autoclaves.
  • Responsible for supporting BSL 3 activities.
  • Ensures all relative activities are properly documented in the asset management system (potential responsibility).
  • May accomplish other duties as assigned.Qualifications
    • High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree preferred
    • 1-2 years experience in a laboratory setting and understanding of laboratory equipment.
    • Spill containment training, IATA, DOT, IMDG and OSHA Right to Know a plus.
    • Previous experience working in a GMP facility a plusKnowledge Skills and Abilities
      • Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, security clearances and medical checkups.
      • Excellent Customer Service Skills and strong communication expertise; display a professional can-do demeanor.
      • Must be flexible, forward-thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently.
      • Basic computing skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel.
      • Problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks and meet time critical projects.
      • Knowledge of laboratory products, equipment and services a plusEnvironmental Working Conditions & Physical EffortThe work environment characteristics and physical effort described here are representative of those an associate encounter while performing the must-have functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.Typically works in a lab or production environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.Associates use both hands for repetitive actions such as grasping and manipulating as well as both feet for repetitive movement operating foots controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and determination to adjust focus.The associate is required to stand and walk for the majority of the working day. The physical requirements of the job are for associates to talk, hear, bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb height, reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull. Furthermore, the job requires associates to lift/carry/push or pull up to 25 pounds with or without assistance.DISCLAIMER:
        The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
        Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster, EEO is the Law Poster Supplement, and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision using the links below.3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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