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Lab Support Technician (Media Buffer Prep)
Entry LevelOn-site
Location
Spring House, PA
Salary
$42k–$42k/yr
Experience
Not specified
Posted
1 month ago
Skills
laboratory experiencechemical handlingmicrosoft officesafety proceduresinventory managementelectronic laboratory notebookscustomer serviceprofessional attitude
Job Description
Summary: Avantor is a company dedicated to advancing life-changing science through its Advanced Laboratory Services team. The Lab Support Technician will perform customized lab work and research protocols, manage inventory, and maintain laboratory equipment while ensuring adherence to safety procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Complete routine laboratory procedures, such as but not limited to preparation of solvents, buffers, resins, reagent solutions, media prep, mixing of chemicals, etc
- Report timely and accurate test results according to laboratory policies and procedures
- Routine maintenance of lab equipment and troubleshooting
- Store chemicals properly, dispose of chemical waste, adhere to safety procedures, and participate in safety programs
- Manage inventory, maintain processes, and order laboratory supplies, including glassware and chemicals for biotech/pharmaceutical processes
- Maintain records utilizing electronic laboratory notebooks (eLNs)
- Maintain files, track orders, and process shipping requests
- Track and document chemical usage and inventory
- Restocking glassware and chemicals
- Maintain a clean room to prevent contamination and maintain the integrity of production
- Calibrate balances and pH meters
- Inspect laboratory safety stations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 1-2 years of experience in a customer-facing or laboratory environment
- Knowledge of Information, intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Word and Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, security clearances, and medical checkups
- Requires knowledge in using various instruments to prepare for and perform tests
- Excellent Customer Service Skills; display a professional can-do attitude
- Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
- Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies, and procedures
- Must be flexible, forward-thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs
Required Skills: Laboratory experience, Chemical handling
Important Skills: Microsoft Office, Safety procedures, Inventory management, Electronic laboratory notebooks
Nice-to-Have Skills: Customer service, Professional attitude
Benefits: Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1), Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc., Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount, Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance, Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products .
Benefits
Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance
Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products .