What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician (Four Day Work Week!) position at World Bioproducts?
Who We Are – World Bioproducts:
World Bioproducts is dedicated to protecting and enhancing public health—in the U.S. and abroad—by making revolutionary, high-quality products to ensure the safety of the world’s food supply. With decades of experience, we remain a leader in food safety by providing innovative microbiology sampling products and ideas to the global food industry.
Your Main Responsibilities:
As a Laboratory Technician, your attention to detail and self-starting nature will allow you to make meaningful contributions to our Quality Program.
A typical day will involve the following tasks:
- Prepare materials for and then perform QC testing and other R&D projects per the weekend schedule developed by the Laboratory Supervisor.
- Ensure laboratory logs, including but not limited to the micropipettor calibration log, autoclave log, and incubator temperature log are accurately updated at the required frequency.
- Maintain inventory levels of all laboratory supplies and place orders as needed through the Materials Manager.
- Complete necessary paperwork for QC testing to be sent in a timely way to the Laboratory Supervisor or other designated personnel for the generation of Certificates of Quality.
- Maintains in good order the retention inventory.
- Complete lot files upon issuance of Certificates of Quality.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the laboratory (including but not limited to mopping and dusting, emptying trash cans, and staging biohazardous materials for decontamination).
- Engage in other projects as required by the Quality Manager or Plant Manager.
About You/Minimum Job Requirements:
- BS/BA in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or a related life sciences field; OR a minimum of three years' work experience operating as technician in a laboratory setting.
- Willingness to work Wednesday- Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday (as preferred by the candidate), often independently, 36 hours per week.
- Reading ability sufficient to comprehend written materials found in instruction booklets or operating procedure manuals
- Arithmetic ability sufficient to perform basic mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Basic knowledge of computers and ability to work in software programs such as Excel, Word and Outlook
What we Will Give You:
- A spot in a high-growth company with ample room for professional development and advancement within the company
- Competitive starting compensation with opportunities to increase and bonuses
- Generous benefits including 100% employer paid health insurance, paid vacation, and paid holidays
World Bioproducts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. We fully embrace the reality that a diverse, inclusive culture is the key to long-term business success.
If you are interested in joining our group, please apply! We look forward to meeting you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25
