Title - Lab Services Technician Location - South San Francisco, CA, 94080 Duration - 05 months
Description:
The responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for working effectively within the group to meet department goals and objectives.
Responsible for executing glass wash and equipment preparation activities.
Cleaning, sterilizing, preparing and distributing of glassware and equipment.
Operate process equipment, which includes autoclaves, washers, ovens, tanks, and benchtop instruments.
Responsible for producing microbiological media, cell culture media, various solutions, buffers, clean glassware and prepared equipment for use throughout GMP and/or R&D groups.
Preparation of stock such as reagents, buffers, microbiological, tissue culture and requested media as needed.
Working with the Supervisor and Lead Technician (as applicable) to prioritize tasks and assignments and making recommendations to maximize efficiency and productivity based on team needs.
Increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the team towards meeting department goals and objective.
Supporting the team by providing training and technical assistance.
Demonstrate Technical Expertise and strength including mastery of equipment and instruments used.
Partner with Media Prep Lab Services groups across campus on sharing best practices.
Demonstrate proficiency in all required training activities.
Be a resource to the team and assist technician in resolving technical issues. Effectively train other technicians.
Adhere to and reinforce GMP practices with other technicians, as applicable.
Maximize equipment utilization and ensure conformance with customers' needs.
Maximize production output including documentation and labor efficiency while meeting required safety and quality levels.
Work effectively within the team and department through collaboration and teamwork to complete assigned tasks.
Involve the Lead (as applicable) and the Supervisor when events and decisions may impact safety, or production.
Voice opinions constructively, while actively supporting and implementing agreed upon goals and decisions.
Promote an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation by assisting the Lead (as applicable) and the Supervisor in recognizing potential conflicts and offering to help team member.
Ensure that safety is the highest priority by adhering to all safety guidelines and procedures.
Effectively respond to safety incidents.
Immediately notify supervisor of safety incidents and hazards.
Meet all compliance requirements for training and support team to create and ensure a safer work environment.
Assist in reinforcing safety practices and provide safety training to other technicians.
Helping monitor the team's adherence to Internal Procedures (IPs) or Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and departmental procedures.
Ensure that work of team is completed by end of day.
Help resolve operational issues as they arise.
Participate in process improvement initiatives.
Demonstrate professional conduct when communicating with peers, customers and supervisor.
Provide routine updates to the Supervisor on progress, status, and issues associated with assigned tasks.
Author or revise Internal Procedures or Standard Operating Procedures (as applicable).
Communicate with customers in a professional manner.
Build strong communication and collaboration channels with stakeholder ·groups· and individuals.
Ensure appropriate levels of glassware inventory in all areas of operations.
Provide positive example through technical proficiency, quality and GMP adherence (as applicable), teamwork, and productivity.
Effectively influences others to achieve goals.
Assist team in assigning tasks and coordinate team events in alignment with department needs.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED and one of the following: Completion of college-level course work in biological sciences and/or physical sciences.
AA/AS Degree in a related science major.
At least 1 year of relevant experience.
A strong background in either media prep or glassware operations or related operational environment.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with sterilizing/cleaning equipment is required.
Passion for continuous process improvement. LEAN or other Operational Excellence training and experience a plus.
Interpersonal, communication, organizational skills: has proven abilities to work effectively and efficiently in teams.
A strong background in either media prep or glassware operations or related operational environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Successful demonstration of collaboration and teamwork.
Must be customer service oriented.
Must be a self-starter with strong focus on quality, attention to detail and delivering results.
Must be able to work weekends, off shift and overtime as required.
Must be able to provide technical support and training for new technicians.
Computer skills: demonstrate ability to operate computers to enter work orders, purchase orders, notifications etc.
Must be able to lift 40lbs and stand for extended periods of time.
Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
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About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation. At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $23.06/hr.
