Laboratory Technician (entry level)

Company: Kelly Services
Location: Sims
Posted on: May 4, 2021

Job Description:

Laboratory TechnicianWilson, NCLong-term Contract (potential for conversion to permanent)$14.00/ hour to startJOB SUMMARYThe Lab Technician, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for performing various laboratory functions such as preparing media and/or samples of a variety of sample types for analysis, performing routine laboratory maintenance efforts, and is responsible for basic set up and operation of laboratory instrumentation and equipment to support exceptional Customer Experience (CX).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* Following established SOP's, Laboratory Technicians ensure customer satisfaction by supporting laboratory staff through executing various entry level laboratory duties, resulting in the timely and accurate reporting of data* Gather appropriate materials needed to prepare and analyze test samples.* Sample storage and disposal* Prepare necessary standards, solutions, media, etc., that are required for sample analyses.* Perform basic equipment and instrumentation set up and operation* Execute routine laboratory maintenance efforts, such as glassware cleaning and sterilization, and ensuring the laboratory is well cleaned/maintained* Accurately record observations and data* Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks and equipment records* Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS* Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program* Perform preliminary processing of incoming samples (weighing, enriching etc.)* Login and rotate laboratory supplies/reagents.* Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS* Two semesters of college level science credits; or one-year related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and work experience* Ability to work with small vials, test tubes and delicate laboratory equipment* Ability to apply basic algebraic concepts to perform basic laboratory calculations and accurately measure substances, liquids and/or solutions* Ability to read and apply established protocols and SOP's to daily objectives* Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formatsWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Requirements:* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.* The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.Working Conditions:* While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Why Kelly--?Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire talented people just like you. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills and interests-it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background/education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get you noticed.About Kelly--At Kelly, we're always thinking about what's next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we're a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world. Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.]]

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