Biotech Lab Technician IV — Robotics & PLCs

Ivy Tech; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Wellness program

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ivy Tech is hiring a Lab Technician IV to support Biotech and Smart Manufacturing labs in Indianapolis. You will assist students and faculty, manage equipment and supplies, and help maintain and calibrate lab systems, including electronics, PLCs, and robotics.

The role emphasizes safety, collaboration, and hands-on testing. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in industrial manufacturing or a related lab setting, with strong organizational skills and a background in equipment maintenance or robotics

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Industrial manufacturing, or equivalent training preferred.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Training and/or experience repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Industrial robotics programming and network I/O management preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and faculty in laboratory and projects.
• Order, receive and check equipment and supplies, perform inventory control, perform minor repairs of lab equipment.
• Provide lab support for classes held at 16 Tech and Glick Technology building, always ensure safety.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards are met.
• Assist in the development and optimization of experimental protocols and procedures.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling and disposal.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Time management

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety protocols

Maintenance troubleshooting

Tools

Industrial robotics programming

Network I/O management

Job description

Ivy Tech is hiring a Lab Technician IV to support Biotech and Smart Manufacturing labs in Indianapolis. You will assist students and faculty, manage equipment and supplies, and help maintain and calibrate lab systems, including electronics, PLCs, and robotics.

The role emphasizes safety, collaboration, and hands-on testing. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in industrial manufacturing or a related lab setting, with strong organizational skills and a background in equipment maintenance or robotics