Production Technician - 1st Shift

Eurofins USA Genomic Services

Production Technician - 1st Shift

Louisville, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Works and communicates effectively with team members.
    • Maintains consistent quality and efficiency in all assigned work processes.
    • Keeps equipment and work environment clean and organized.
    • Understands and follows documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., work instructions, checklists, batch records, logs.
    • Maintains accurate production records according to requirements and in compliance with established quality system standards.
    • Organizing, sorting and prioritizing DNA samples that come in daily.
    • Pipetting DNA sequencing reactions.
    • Performing DNA purification on sequencing reactions, loading and scheduling 3730xl ABI Sequencers.
    • Will work with and under the supervision of a Lab Team Lead.
    • Operating lab equipment: Thermocyclers, ABI 3730xl sequencers, centrifuges, automated liquid handlers.
    • Follows all company safety and regulatory policies, including handling hazardous materials and wearing of PPE that are relative to assigned work.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate would possess :

    • Experience with biology techniques and using basic lab equipment.
    • Capacity to perform under pressure in a fast paced production environment
    • Experience in oligonucleotide manufacturing highly desirable.
    • Experience with DNA Sequencing using 3730xl highly desirable.
    • Previous experience working in an ISO-9000 or cGMP environment.
    • Microsoft Windows and Excel proficiency.
    • Previous experience working with Hazardous Chemicals.
    • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
    • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
    • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies

    Basic Minimum Qualifications :

    • Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
    • Annual RCRA awareness training.
    • Ability to lift 35+ pounds.
    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

    Additional Information

    What we offer:

    • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
    • Life and disability insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation and holidays
    • Position is full-time, Tuesday – Saturday 6:00am-2:30pm

    Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply.

    Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.