Quality Technician

Principle Responsibilities

• Participates in proficiency rotations through key areas of responsibility in the lab.
• Follows work instructions carefully and demonstrates good documentation practices.
• Documents results, processes testing, and refers to past batch records when needed.
• Compiles, analyzes and reports on data conformity.
• Manages time well and will put in extended time as needed.
• Demonstrates flexibility to work on multiple tasks with increased effectiveness.
• Demonstrates knowledge of work performed by the department and continues to learn how to perform multiple functions within the department.
• Works independently with minimal supervision on routine tasks.
• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Follows priorities given by supervisor, completing other duties as assigned.
• Supports and helps others on the team, participates in training of new employees.
• Performs Laboratory maintenance tasks.
• Performs daily qualifications and routine maintenance as needed.
• Understands and ensures proper function of equipment.
• Understands and follows good laboratory practices and site-specific lab protocols regarding: Chemical handling and hazards, Labeling, Safety procedures, Department specific SOP’s, Proper use and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
• Understands site applicable databases, including controlled documentation systems and data management software.
• Collaborates with other departments and team members to make modifications to controlled documentation through the current electronic record keeping system.

Qualifications

• High School degree with 2+ years of relevant technical experience
• Science or quality related associate’s degree with 1+ years of experience
• Science or quality related bachelor’s degree; with a minimum of 0+ years of experience
• Availability for overtime and weekend work is required.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting of smaller boxes less than 20 lbs
• Ability to work while standing at laboratory bench for long periods of time
• Ability to focus on required work

Benefits

• Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• Investment in employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Empowerment of employees to develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• Employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
• An accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• Foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

About the Role

Quality Technician reports to the Quality Control Manager and is responsible for in-process and final QC testing of Bionostics products. Quality Technicians also participate in instrument validations, routine lab maintenance activities, and help monitor and sustain laboratory and process inventories.