Sr. Reagent Technician

Overview

Sr. Reagent Technician - San Juan Capistrano, CA - Monday - Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

The Reagent Technician, Sr. is responsible for timely preparation of high-quality laboratory reagents for use in technical areas, as well as dispensing and mixing chemicals and controls.  Actively participates in research and development of new and existing reagents. Complies with established quality control procedures and assists with the monthly inventory and ensures that supplies are ordered on a timely basis.  The incumbent actively supports and complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures. 

Pay Range: $26.10 - $43.05 / hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30 hours 
• 15 PTO days first year
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunity  
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30 hours 
• Opportunities for career advancement  
• Training provided!

Responsibilities

• Prepares reagents for use in technical departments according to established procedures. 
• Dispense and mix chemicals and controls for use in technical departments. 
• Perform daily pH meter and balance calibration. 
• Transports and exchanges compressed gas cylinders for use in the technical departments as directed. 
• Assists with the maintenance of the department’s computer protocols and the placement of reagent orders. 
• Ensures client orders are processed in a timely manner.  Answers client questions and/or refers clients to a competent authority. 
• Complies fully with established quality control procedures. 
• Ensures that chemicals, reagents and supplies are delivered to the technical departments on a timely basis, so that tests are not delayed. 
• Adheres to all established laboratory safety requirements. 
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management. 
• Performs other ancillary duties as assigned by a competent authority. 
• Assist in the investigation and corrective of problems associated with reagents as directed and may require to work closely with laboratory personnel outside of immediate work area. 
• Participate in research and development of new and existing reagents, as directed. 
• Assists in training and development of new hires.  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:  

N/A

Preferred Work Experience:  

N/A

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

• Long periods of standing  
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use material handling equipment to move large containers of products. 

Knowledge:  

• Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge necessary to perform assigned tasks. 
• Familiarity with laboratory apparatus and equipment. 

Skills:  

• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with Quest Diagnostics employees and clients. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Ability to follow procedures. 

EDUCATION Associates Degree(Required)LICENSECERTIFICATIONS

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. 

2025-81330

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets

Salary : $26 - $43