Automation Technician

Research & Diagnostic Systems, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bio-Techne is seeking an Automation Technician to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on preparing and filling microtiter plates and packaging vials using automated equipment.

Responsibilities include operating specific filling machines, maintaining batch records, and ensuring safety standards are followed in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma with related experience and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma with 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Technical/associate degree preferred in Mechatronics, Automation, Biotech Manufacturing or related field.
• Experience with general lab equipment (pipets, balance, microscope, incubator, degassing) required.
• Familiarity with safety and regulatory compliance is expected.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced lab setting.
• Able to lift 5–50 lbs and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines for filling liquids into vials and microplates.
• Package products into plastic pouches using standard pack equipment.
• Batch and label products manually or with automation.
• Maintain batch records and inventory of components.
• Set up and maintain semi-automated manufacturing equipment.
• Follow SOPs, lab protocols, and safety guidelines.
• Meet product cycle times and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Routine tasks

Lab equipment

SOPs

Calculations

Multitasking

Heavy lifting

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical/associate degree in Mechatronics/Automation/Biotech Manufacturing

Tools

Pipettes

Analytical balance

Microscope

Incubator

Degassing device

Material handling equipment

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range: $18.40 - $25.30

Automation Technician

We are looking for an Automation Technician to join our Automation manufacturing team in the production of Protein Simple Consumables science products. In this role, you will play a crucial part in a variety of tasks within a laboratory setting, with primary duties focusing on the preparation and filling of specialized microtiter plates with liquid products using semi-automated plate production machines. Additionally, you will be responsible for packaging standard vials into plastic pouches using automated standard pack equipment.

Principal duties and responsibilities

• Operating specialized production machines such as Oyster Bay, Hamilton plates filler and M&O Perry to fill liquid products into vials and/or microplates
• Packaging standard vials into plastic pouches using custom standard pack equipment.
• Batch and label products manually or utilize automated equipment
• Document data, reference past batch records, and maintain accurate batch records and inventory of manufacturing components
• Set up, clean, and operate semi-automated manufacturing equipment, such as Oyster Bay or Hamilton Plate Filling Machines and Standards packer
• Adhere to lab protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory and safety guidelines
• Meet product cycle times and quality expectations consistently
• Follow daily work instructions and priorities set by the production supervisor/lead with a strong commitment to safety
• Perform any additional duties as assigned

Job Qualifications Requirements

• Ability to work on routine tasks under supervision
• Ability to operate general laboratory equipment and automated material handle equipment independently.
• Knowledge of lab protocols, SOPs, chemical handling procedures, and safety and regulatory compliance standards
• Familiar with basic calculations and unit of measurement
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to pick up heavy items (5-50lbs)
• Good communication skills (verbal and written English)

Education and Experience

• Minimum high school diploma with 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Technical or associate degree in Mechatronics / Automation / Biotech Manufacturing or any other relevant technical degree with up to 1 years of relevant experience is preferred
• Prior experience with general laboratory equipment (pipets, analytical balance, microscope, incubator and degassing device) is required
• Prior experience operating material handling equipment is preferred

Why Join Bio-Techne

• We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
• We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.

This position requires work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (e.g., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant work status).

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or take part in any other stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Bio-Techne empowers researchers in Life Science and Clinical Diagnostics by providing high-quality reagents, instruments, custom manufacturing, and testing services. Our family of brands creates a unique portfolio of products and services. Science is our passion; it drives us to collaborate, develop, and manufacture award-winning tools that help researchers achieve reproducible and consistent results.