Lab Assistant 2 at Certified Laboratories Inc – Tustin, California

JOB FUNCTION:

Reporting to the Department/Section Supervisor or Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Assistant will be responsible for the following:

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Logging of customer samples into the LIMS system with accuracy. Uses products as needed.
• Split samples between departments
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and reliability work.
• Ensure adherence to the daily work schedule.
• Make suggestions and recommendations regarding product/specs. that would aid in logging, including communication with customers.
• Perform clerical review to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure all samples are labeled correctly and stored at the appropriate temperatures until testing can occur.
• Ensure the sample receiving/splitting room is cleaned and maintained.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.
• Keep the Manager/Supervisor informed of issues or problems within the department.
• Interact with clients, suppliers and vendors as required.
• Learn new techniques and technologies and trains others as appropriate.
• Work effectively with other departments.
• Responsible for the execution of all ISO and QC requirements.
• Stock/order supplies as needed (labels, boxes etc.)
• Assist with sample retain and retrieval
• Assists with purchasing and inventory
• Assist in media prep
• Assist in cleaning of laboratory glassware
• Assist in general laboratory housekeeping tasks
• Other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma
• Knowledge of good aseptic technique and behaviors that can reduce cross contamination.
• Good conceptual basis in laboratory setting with proven ability to perform basic lab techniques.
• Critical thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Excellent organizational skills - ability to use your time, energy, resources, etc. in an effective manner.
• Time management – one’s own time and the time of others.
• Training – teaching and guiding others how to complete a process from beginning to end.
• Strong relevant qualitative and quantitative skills.
• Excellent arithmetic skills – using mathematics to solve problems.
• Good communication skills – speaking, reading, writing and listening.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and to handle other communications/computer components
• Potential exposure to odors, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, and microbiological pathogens
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud
• Temperature varies from hot to cold
• Interactive and fast-paced team-oriented tasks
• Overnight Travel is required at the discretion of management
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Color vision and depth perception