Production Technician - 3rd Shift

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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field or experience working in manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to follow written and oral instruction.
• Ability to perform under pressure of a fast paced production environment.
• Proven ability to work well with a team with little supervision.
• Annual RCRA awareness training
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Ability to lift 35+ pounds.

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

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
• Tuesday-Saturday 11 : 00pm-7 : 30am

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