Histology Associate
•3 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Oro Valley, Arizona |
About this job
Job Title: Histology Associate
Location: Oro Valley, AZ
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent
Responsibilities
Histotechniques (Tissue Sectioning and Staining) Some experience with foundational histotechniques of embedding, microtomy, coverslipping, processing and primary staining.
Experience with operating laboratory or manufacturing equipment.
Receives detailed directions on all work. Follows standard operating procedures.
Monitors and prepares bulk reagents
May assist in preparation work for moderately complex techniques under the direction of more senior histology technicians.
Quality and Safety Maintain Right to Operate and ensure that all processes are performed in a safe and healthy manner; Address and escalate any potentially unsafe hazards; Timely reporting of safety hazards, incidents and near misses using safety reporting tools.
Navigate and understand the quality system and escalate issues
Accurately performs tasks in a regulated environment (OSHA, NMPA, FDA, etc.)
Performs and documents all transactions and production instructions with accuracy related to the proper receipt, quarantine, storage, and disbursement of materials as it relates to FDA, OSHA, QSR, ISO, Good Manufacturing Practices and other Roche policies
and procedures.
Ability to recognize minor issues with raw materials, equipment and lab safety, escalates as needed
Adhering to 95% or above internal training compliance
Continuous Improvement Responsible for 6S activities, maintaining daily records, assists in the implementation of process improvements
Participates and contributes in team/tier meetings.
May participate in process improvement activities
Teamwork and Collaboration Proactively collaborates with peers and with other functions to ensure targets are achieved
May provide suggestions to improve work processes and laboratory equipment
Requirements
Education/Experience Required H.S. Diploma or GED + 1 year of directly related histology experience
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Ability to read, analyze and following Operating Procedures
Knowledge of basic manufacturing and laboratory techniques
Skilled use of word processing and email
Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement
Experience with Google products (gMail, gSheets, gDoc, etc), preferred
Experience with SAP required
Ability to read, write and comprehend English
Ability to work with cross-functional teams
Ability to be agile and accurate in a high-volume environment
Strong organizational skills, planning skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills - written, verbal
Strong critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent time management skills to manage multiple tasks and competing timelines
Ability to use the technology associated with the industry.
Ability to use precision tools
Ability to have prompt, regular and reliable worksite attendance
Physical conditions and PPE requirements: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. Required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, bend, crouch for a combined 4 or more hours per day.
Required to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Repetitive, consistent movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Required to have good near visual acuity to perform activities throughout the processes in the assigned area.
This is an essential position supporting the organizational goals requiring attendance on weekends, holidays and during emergency or exceptional conditions
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Temporary Jobs Posting ID: 1050282605 Posted: 2025-02-03 Job Title: Histology Associate