Quality Control Lab Assistant

Beeline Job Title : Quality Control Lab Assistant

Initial Assignment Length : 6 months

Shift / Schedule Details : 1st Shift; Monday-Friday; 6 : 30am-3 : 00pm (includes two paid 15-minute breaks and one unpaid 30-minute lunch break)

Location Details : Knoxville Lab 37932

Job Description :

Assists in the preparation of materials for testing. Aids professional / certified individuals in the performance of various laboratory tests. These duties include, but are not limited to :

1. Receipt and preparation of samples through front-end automation, refrigerated and frozen storage / archive of samples, use of computerized reports in retrieval and reconciliation of samples from archive for additional testing.

2. Participates in continuing education.

3. Receives specimens and some supplies. Processes and records information received from collection centers. Handles and tracks donor samples from receipt to final testing.

4. Performs proper disposal of samples into biohazard containers after testing is complete.

5. Follows all safety regulations, Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies and rules. Maintains a clean, safe work environment.

6. Operates, maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation within assigned department. Uses company laboratory computerized inventory management system to locate, track and determine testing status of samples. May handle positive samples.

7. Works within current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) guidelines and adheres to all regulatory standards within the Lab.

8. Assists with monitoring of inventory levels for laboratory supplies applicable to assigned department. Notifies supervisor of inventory needs.

9. Other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Must Have) :

1. High School diploma or equivalent

2. Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have) :

Previous lab-related experience is preferred

Candidate Interview Experience :

• 1 or 2 rounds of interviews with tour of lab
• 1st round with Hiring Manager onsite 30-45 minutes
• 2nd round (possible) with Assistant Manager onsite 30-45 minutes
• Lab Tour to be included with onsite interview; Candidates must be prepared for lab tour by wearing long pants and close-toed shoes.