Lab Technician 4

Job Title: Lab Technician 4

Site Location: Lima, OH 45805

Contract Duration: 3 Months

Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM

Summary:

The main function of a lab technician is to support laboratory operations through general maintenance of laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies. The typical lab technician is expected to use general lab methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

• Retrieve samples from Sample Refrigerators for analysis.
• Perform Quality Assurance assignments, reading and recording temperatures, balance calibration verifications and safety assignments.
• Perform sample preparation including but not limited to: aliquot samples, spike and trace samples, prepare reagents, prepare sample bottles, stock shelves, prepare dilutions, weigh samples and perform basic Wet Chemistry tests as assigned. Resolve discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.
• Prepare general lab paperwork such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and lab logbooks. Wash lab glassware to prepare for next day's samples.
• Stock lab supplies.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, multi-tasking, and problem solving skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time. Basic knowledge of the information and techniques for lab testing.
• Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior laboratory experience desired but not mandatory.

Skill/Experience/Education

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail, multi-tasking, dependable and legible hand-writing.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to pipet, math skills and high energy