Lab Equipment & Tool Management Specialist

Dexian; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Dexian is seeking a Laboratory Operations Technician II, Tool Management, for a 6-month contract onsite in San Diego, CA. You will onboard and manage laboratory tools, prepare equipment, maintain documentation, and support calibration, maintenance, and validation activities.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and design control teams to ensure equipment availability and compliance. Preferred candidates have strong documentation skills, experience with PLM systems, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, self-directed, and effective in verbal and written communication.
• Experience creating technical documentation for complex equipment.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management systems and document management.
• Knowledge of validation processes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and inventory control.
• Ability to travel occasionally (less than 5%).

Responsibilities

• Create comprehensive equipment documentation, including user manuals, technical specifications, and safety guidelines.
• Support equipment management, monthly calibration, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Provide guidance to engineering staff on tool management processes, documentation, and equipment maintenance.
• Organize and maintain equipment files within the product lifecycle management system.
• Review and revise equipment records, including change orders and maintenance documentation, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with quality and design control teams to support equipment compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Assist with equipment requirements and validation assessments.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of tools and equipment, including availability, location, and condition.
• Oversee the equipment tracking system and ensure timely updates and data integrity.
• Monitor equipment utilization and identify opportunities for optimization or replacement.
• Coordinate equipment training sessions and reinforce proper usage and safety protocols.
• Perform or support small repairs as directed.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Self-directed

Verbal and written communication

Ethical, responsible, data-driven

Use of standard operating procedures

Independent work on routine tasks

Documentation for complex equipment

Validation processes & regulatory

Engineering/vendor relationship

Enterprise asset management software

Accurate recordkeeping

Procurement and inventory control

Office software proficiency

Technical writing

Regulated medical device environment

Occasional travel (<5%)

Education

High school diploma

GED

Associate degree

Job description

Dexian is seeking a Laboratory Operations Technician II, Tool Management, for a 6-month contract onsite in San Diego, CA. You will onboard and manage laboratory tools, prepare equipment, maintain documentation, and support calibration, maintenance, and validation activities.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and design control teams to ensure equipment availability and compliance. Preferred candidates have strong documentation skills, experience with PLM systems, and familiarity with