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WL Gore Associates Inc
Laboratory Technician
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What they do
A Laboratory Technician performs routine tests on samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes. Works under the supervision of a medical laboratory technologist in a laboratory or healthcare facility.
$50,537 / year median in Maryland
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Laboratory Technician
We are looking for a Laboratory Technician to join the East Coast Testing Center team. In this role, you will provide quality control analytical and biological testing services. This is a hands-on testing role in a regulated environment requiring quick turnaround times while executing high-quality work.
This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.
This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.
Pay and Benefits:
- $28.85 - $37.50 per hour
- Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at gorebenefitsResponsibilities
- Test raw materials, components, and/or finished medical devices per standard operating procedures
- Perform general lab support duties such as ordering supplies, laboratory cleaning, glassware washing, media/reagent preparation, and equipment maintenance
- Document procedures, test methods, observations, results, and other records in the quality system
- Participate in continuous laboratory improvement efforts, including driving change orders and revisions to documents
- Assist in the development, validation, and documentation of test methods and/or equipment
- Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workplace
- Provide customer service support
- Maintain compliance with training expectations as required for this position Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline OR an Associate's degree in a relevant scientific discipline with at least 3 years analytical / microbiological lab experience
- Ability to follow protocols and standard operating procedures accurately, repetitively, and without distraction using appropriate scientific techniques
- Ability to work with various laboratory instruments, measuring equipment, software, supplies, and reagents
- Knowledge of safe chemical handling and ability to follow established safety practices
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to accurately collect data and document laboratory activities
- Strong math skills appropriate to laboratory disciplines
- Demonstrated ability to work within a continuously changing environment, meet tight deadlines, and be motivated to provide excellent customer service
- Proven ability to work effectively within teams as well as independently Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or microbiology
- Experience in microbiological and/or analytical testing
- Experience working in a quality system and/or within a regulated industry Information at a Glance