Technician II Labs - Cambium NSF

Responsibilities

• Perform homogenization of various sample matrices to ensure uniformity for accurate analysis.
• Precisely weigh samples according to testing requirements, ensuring consistency in sample preparation methods.
• Under the direction of chemists, assist in preparing samples for analysis, following SOPs to meet testing specifications.
• Organize and label samples efficiently, ensuring that all samples are properly identified and stored before and after testing.
• Communicate with the team to prioritize sample preparation and retests based on project deadlines or testing schedules.
• Assist in data collection, inputting and tracking sample data in the LIMS, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of samples.
• Help collect raw data for runs and become familiar with the basic structure of analytical data output.
• Gain familiarity with data handling processes and the importance of maintaining data integrity in compliance with laboratory standards.
• Document the weights of each sample to ensure traceability and consistency in lab records.
• Perform maintenance and daily calibration of instruments and other team relevant equipment.
• Participate in processing samples and ensure that test results are accurately recorded on the data sheets.
• Learn to perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, changing filters, and checking gas and pump oil levels under the guidance of chemists.
• Gain exposure to operating the instruments, learning how to set up runs and ensure proper functioning during analysis.
• Begin learning basic troubleshooting techniques for minor instrument issues, working alongside chemists to resolve common operational challenges.

Secondary Roles & Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation with routine cleaning of the team workspace and instruments.
• Complete other assigned daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
• Contribute to department sample disposal efforts.
• Inventory & Equipment Management: Assist with monitoring and auditing the stock levels of reagents, consumables and instrument parts for analysis, ensuring availability.
• Assist with routine pipette and dispensette checks.
• Collaboration & Support: Work closely with the Team Advocate, Sample Coordinator, and other team members to complete projects and other lab activities.
• Under the supervision of chemists, gain exposure to methods and instrumentation related to testing.
• Provide input on potential process improvements and contribute to team discussions on optimization and efficiency.
• Perform additional duties as the position develops or as instructed by advocates or laboratory management.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's Degree
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to organize work and maintain workflow with minimal direction.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Good organizational skills and ability to follow directions from multiple sources.
• Familiarity with quality procedures.
• Familiarity with general laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Experience with common laboratory tools (balances, pipettors, syringes, etc).