Lab Support Technician

Sterling Pharma Solutions; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Bonus program

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

24/7 employee assistance program

Flexible work hours

Opportunities for career training and development

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician in Germantown. This role involves assisting the Quality Control Laboratory with tasks such as cleaning and preparing glassware, maintaining lab organization, and supporting analysts. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and 1–2 years of lab experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, bonus opportunities, and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remove dirty and/or broken glassware from lab areas.
• Wash, dry, and distribute glassware to appropriate laboratory locations.
• Maintain glass washing areas, keeping them clean and organized.
• Remove pharmaceutical waste from laboratories.
• Perform monthly checks for expired chemicals and reagents.
• Perform daily verification of analytical balance calibrations.
• Assist analysts with various tasks.
• Ensure lab stations are clean and properly stocked.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary of the Role

The Laboratory Support Technician is accountable for driving results in a fast‑paced environment by assisting the Quality Control Laboratory staff with a wide range of tasks including laboratory housekeeping, glassware washing, equipment setup, and stocking supplies.

Your Responsibilities

• Remove dirty and/or broken glassware from lab areas.
• Wash, dry, and distribute glassware to appropriate laboratory locations.
• Maintain glass washing areas, keeping them clean and organized.
• Remove pharmaceutical waste from laboratories.
• Perform monthly checks for expired chemicals and reagents and coordinate timely removal.
• Perform daily verification of analytical balance calibrations.
• Assist analysts with tasks such as gathering materials, labeling glassware, preparing solutions, and disposing of solutions.
• Ensure lab stations are clean, organized, and properly stocked with supplies.
• Embody company values: be reliable, be caring, be transparent, and be willing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

What We Offer

Compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off; bonus program; 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; 24/7 employee assistance program; flexible work hours; and opportunities for career training and development.

Location

Germantown, WI – a vibrant city northwest of Milwaukee.

Diversity and Inclusion

Sterling values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, military service, marital status, gender identity, expression, medical condition, or any other protected characteristic.