Lab Technician I

Lab Technician I – Entry Level

Seasonal Employment

West Ocean City, Maryland

Martin Fish Co. - ACSL Lab

Company Overview

Martin Fish Co. is a family business that was incorporated in 1958 as primarily a commercial fishery as well as seafood retail market. As our slogan says, it’s “Where the boats unload!” We are dedicated to serving the freshest seafood sourced from the local Ocean City Harbor. While we continue serving our valued customers year after year, we continue to make improvements within the industry as well as expanding into the pharmaceutical production industry of harvesting biologics.

Mission Statement

Our Mission at the ACSL Lab, is to sustainably harvest biologics sterilely and of the highest quality without harming our aquatic donors. We aim to facilitate anyone transitioning into the scientific production industry by providing experience opportunities as well as competitive employment offers. Here we reward hard working individuals as an investment into the growing success and expansion of our business.

Job Summary

As an entry Lab Technician here at Martin Fish Co. – ACSL Lab, prospective employees are expected to be able to:

Accomplish set daily realistic production goals

Follow step by step procedure while adhering to production requirements

Comply with company regulations on the access and handling of confidential information

Comply with personal protective equipment guidelines

Strong attention to detail

Perform repetitive tasks while maintaining work quality

Comply, understand, and practice aseptic technique

Have strong communication skills and the ability to work individually and as part of a team

Be able to work in a dynamic environment

Be able to read, comprehend, and implement standard operating procedures (S.O.P.)

Correctly record and report individual production data

Any production/equipment issues reported in a timely manner

Department placement will be determined by ACSL lab managers, however prospective employees’ preference and experience background will be taken into account when making placement decisions.

Core Job Duties

Dependent on department placement, In the ACSL lab there are four departments that perform different tasks to facilitate smooth production.

Collection Department

• Perform one of three positions within the department: Collection of Samples, Equipment Operation, and/or Marine Life Handling
• Employees will receive training for all positions. Employees will be assigned and expected to perform one of these positions primarily. Employees may be required to change primary positions with little or no notice.
• Follow Aseptic and S.O.P guidelines for: collection of samples directly from source, operation of centrifuges, inspection and organization of collected samples, Direct handling and safe manipulation of marine life
• Assist in lab support activities: cleaning of the laboratory, performing daily individual workspace checks, completing side work
• Perform and record daily work assignments accurately, timely and in a safe manner

Separation Department

• Perform one of four positions within the department: Wash 1, Wash 2, Step 3, Step 4
• Employees will receive training for all positions. Employees will be assigned and expected to perform one of these positions primarily. Employees may be required to change primary positions with little or no notice.
• Follow Aseptic and S.O.P guidelines for: separating, cleaning, inspecting, and processing cells
• Assist in lab support activities: cleaning of the laboratory, performing daily individual workspace checks, completing side work
• Perform and record daily work assignments accurately, timely and in a safe manner

Solution Department

• Perform one of two positions in the department: Preparing Solutions or Filling glassware with solutions
• Employees will receive training for all positions. Employees will be assigned and expected to perform one of these positions primarily. Employees may be required to change primary positions with little or no notice.
• Follow Aseptic and S.O.P guidelines for: Measuring, maintaining, and preparation of laboratory grade solutions and reagents
• Assist in lab support activities: cleaning of the laboratory, performing daily individual workspace checks, completing side work
• Perform and record daily work assignments accurately, timely and in a safe manner

Sanitation Department

• Perform one of three positions in the department: Oven Operator, Expeditor, Lab Equipment sterilizer
• Employees will receive training for all positions. Employees will be assigned and expected to perform one of these positions primarily. Employees may be required to change primary positions with little or no notice.
• Follow Aseptic and S.O.P guidelines for: Washing and sterilization of glassware, metalware, and lab equipment. Operation of sanitation and sterilization equipment, and maintaining a clean and sterile department environment
• Diligent monitoring of sanitation and sterilization equipment with the communicative ability to report issues in a timely manner
• Assist in lab support activities: cleaning of the laboratory, performing daily individual workspace checks, completing side work
• Perform and record daily work assignments accurately, timely and in a safe manner

Required Experience & Education

Authorized to work in the United States

High School Diploma/ G.E.D.

Interest in the Life Sciences

Preferred Experience & Education

Equivalent combination of paid, volunteer, or educational experience may be accepted

6 months of experience in a lab environment

6 months of experience in a production environment

2 years of general workforce experience

Other Qualifications & Requirements

Driver’s license and reliable transportation

Benefits

$18/Hr Base Pay

End of Season Bonus

Sick Pay

Worker’s Compensation

Paid training & Development

Occasional company lunch

Paid Lunch & Breaks

Flexible schedule

Three different employment durations (Summer, Fall, Full Season)

Martin Fish Co. is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Salary : $18