What are the responsibilities and job description for the Culture Laboratory Technician I position at Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC?
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Job Title: Laboratory Technician I
Job Summary: The laboratory Technician position performs assigned laboratory procedures, including data entry, processing, and resulting of biological indicator spore strip tests.
- Aseptic transfer of tests, categorizing incoming customer tests, performing Gram stain technique to verify positive test results
- Maintain accurate customer records
- Follows the laboratory procedure for testing samples including
- Sorting envelopes into single and double strips packs
- Label the envelopes and perform data entry
- Transferring of spore strips
- Pulling and recording of positive samples
- Various day-to-day preparation of lab supplies
- Proficient at property software
- Adheres to Laboratory quality control policies
- Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- All other assigned duties including
- Opening mail
- Cleaning of laboratory and office areas
- Mail pick-up and counting
- Restock supplies
- Prep gram stains and view positives
- Archive transferred envelopes
Benefits:
Healthcare, Vision, Dental, Quarterly Bonuses, 401K Match, PTO, Company Holidays
Preferred Experience:
- 1 years’ related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a laboratory operation or technical/scientific field, and basic computer competency is required.
- Some knowledge of aseptic laboratory techniques, and microscope familiarity is preferred
- Requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, well-focused, sense of urgency, good work ethic, and ability to function as part of a team
Required Education/ Degree
At HuFriedyGroup, we understand that valuable skills and experience come from all walks of life. If you don’t have a college degree or high school diploma, don’t worry—it won’t disqualify you from being considered for this role. We value the unique perspectives and abilities you bring to the table.
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HuFriedyGroup is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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1st Shift: Monday-Friday
7:30am-4:00pm