Responsibilities:

Glassware Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Clean and sterilize glassware, equipment, and other laboratory tools used in all QC laboratories.
• Ensure that all glassware is free of contaminants and ready for use in laboratory testing.

Dishwasher Maintenance:

• Maintain detergents used in dishwashers and ensure they are appropriately stocked.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs of dishwashing units to ensure efficient operation.

Media and Reagent Preparation:

• Prepare media and reagents for laboratory use, following precise protocols.
• Log the receipt of purchased media and reagents, ensuring proper handling and storage.

Sample Disposal:

• Manage sample disposal after the completion of testing in compliance with laboratory safety and environmental regulations.

Autoclaving:

• Operate autoclaves for the sterilization of media, reagents, glassware, and waste, ensuring effective sterilization processes.

Inventory Management:

• Perform regular inventory checks and place orders for laboratory supplies, media, and reagents. Track and maintain laboratory stock levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.

Preventive Maintenance:

• Perform weekly and quarterly preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment, including water baths, incubators, and refrigerators.
• Ensure that equipment is functioning properly and meet quality control standards.

Basic Laboratory Equipment:

• Operate and maintain basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, and other instruments used for testing.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all laboratory tasks and document results accurately. Compare results with specifications and participate in investigations concerning out-of-specification results.

Education:

• Associate degree in a science-related field preferred, or high school diploma relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related science discipline is preferred.