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Lab Tech Jr.

San Diego, CA 92121

Posted: 02/12/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 617561 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES: 
•Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices
•Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repair
•Obtain and stock laboratory supplies as directed
•Maintain records as directed in an accurate and thorough manner
•Clean laboratory area, equipment and glassware as necessary
•Carry out functions which may require multiple task coordination
•Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities
•Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships
•Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
•Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
•    High school diploma or equivalent experience
•    0- 2 years’ experience in a lab environment
•    Basic verbal and written communication skills 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Knowledge of federal and other regulations, e.g. QSR's, ISO, ISO 13485, CMDR
•    Experience working with semi-automated equipment 
•    Basic knowledge of a variety of lab equipment and their operation
•    Basic knowledge of MS Office and manufacturing systems
•    Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintains accurate records and notes, and carry out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion while adhering to safe laboratory practices

COMPETENCIES:
•    Detail-oriented
•    Teamwork
•    Communication
•    Ability to Multitask

Conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests and makes qualitative analysis of materials, liquids, and gases. May also set up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for the tests, research, or process control. Must possess diploma or degree at the Associate or Bachelor level, no experience required.

This position is NonExempt. Hours over 40 will be paid at Time and a Half.

The max pay rate is $19/hr for this position 
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