Lab Aide

Looking for candidates with a HS diploma or AS ONLY. Open to entry level candidates.

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide routine laboratory tasks to assist team members with lab maintenance, cleanliness, and preparations.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma. Related work (~1-2 yrs related work experience) preferred

ESSENTIAL TASKS: Employee must be able to perform the following functions to the satisfaction of the employee’s supervisor.

· Schedule preparation of routine laboratory buffers and solutions; maintain and reorder materials for buffers

· Complete daily laboratory walk-throughs and safety checks.

· Store and dispose of hazardous wastes using safety procedures. Communicate any Waste Stream management "issues" to area supervisors or Safety Specialist.

· Communicate with lab supervisor special needs and maintenance of lab facilities.

· Enforce lab safety codes in all lab areas to ensure employee safety.

· Support inventory tracking system in place for all supplies and special equipment.

· Coordinate purchasing of supplies and special equipment with laboratory supervisor.

· Maintain cleanliness and organization within lab spaces, entrance areas, gowning rooms, lab hallways, and lab management storage areas.

· Familiarity with safety data sheets and chemical hygiene practices

· Strong communication, organizational and time management skills are essential.

· Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) a plus.

· Ability to gown up in a cleanroom suit during performance of work in an ISO 6/7 lab environment.

· Knowledge of ISO 6/7 cleanroom standard protocol and operations a plus.

· Experience working with Research and Development end users in a lab setting preferred.

· Perform clerical tasks as needed.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate effectively in a tactful and courteous manner with a variety of people, including laboratory employees, staff, outside suppliers and the public.

EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE: Current lab equipment used by the company; current information technology used by the department, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office, SAP, Outlook, office machines such as telephones, or copiers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

· Environment: Work is performed primarily in a lab setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals; the employee is frequently exposed to risk of chemical

hazards, explosive hazards, burn hazards and electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

· Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a lab setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

· Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Able to work in a cleanroom environment where the light is yellow due to photosensitive materials.

PPE: Work for extended periods in an ISO 6 cleanroom where you are properly gowned up in a cleanroom/bunny suit.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.