Lab Technician II

USA-Medtronic MiniMed, Inc 1017; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

MiniMed in Northridge, CA is seeking a Lab Technician II to uphold safety, quality, and reliability in every product we manufacture. You will bring technical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to the role.

This is a full-time on-site position in Northridge, CA. Responsibilities include receiving and releasing supplies, preparing reagents, supporting sterilization, inventory management, and performing quality checks to ensure conformance to specifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (United States) and 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and release supplies for routine operational use, with proper documentation.
• Prepare and monitor in-house reagents, disinfectants, and media with accurate records.
• Support sterilization processes by preparing supplies for depyrogenation and steam sterilization.
• Manage inventory of laboratory and operational supplies and initiate purchase orders as needed.
• Perform quality assurance activities including growth promotion testing on media and checks on supplies.
• Adhere to established procedures and compliance requirements.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (United States)

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 20 Nov 2026 At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role At MiniMed every product we manufacture carries a promise — a promise of safety, quality, and reliability to every patient who depends on our technology. The Lab Technician II plays a critical role in keeping that promise. We are looking for someone who brings not only the technical skills and attention to detail this role demands — but also a genuine commitment to quality, a collaborative spirit, and a deep sense of purpose in the work they do every day.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

Full time on-site role in Northridge, CA

Receive and release supplies for routine operational use, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with established procedures

Prepare and monitor in-house reagents, disinfectants, and media, maintaining accurate records of preparation frequency and batch consistency

Support sterilization processes by preparing supplies for depyrogenation and/or steam sterilization, while proactively monitoring and maintaining adequate stock levels

Manage inventory of all laboratory and operational supplies, conducting routine assessments and initiating purchase orders as needed to prevent shortages

Perform quality assurance activities, including growth promotion testing on incoming media and quality checks on incoming supplies to ensure conformance to specifications

Must Have: Minimum Requirements To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume. High school diploma or equivalent (United States), vocational or technical education or certification (all other countries) and 2 years of relevant experience.

#BetterDaysStartNow Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$44,000.00 - $74,000.00 For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $48,000 - $82,000 USD. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI). At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico. For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.

MiniMed Benefits Overview About MiniMed MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes. Learn more about our business, and our mission here. It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. With a heritage rooted in technology, empathy, and a relentless pursuit of innovation, we’re focused on one thing: making every day a better day for people with diabetes. From our intelligent dosing systems that stay one step ahead to our always‑on support when it’s needed most, we’re committed to building a connected system of care that works together and fits into everyday life, so people with diabetes can move through the day with fewer interruptions. Fewer second guesses. And more

And more freedom to live in the moment. We’re here to make better days possible for people with diabetes. Joyful, messy, fully lived days. Days where things feel lighter, easier. For more than four decades, we’ve been driven by this mission, delivering groundbreaking advancements in technology to help people live more fully, freely, and with greater confidence. At MiniMed, diabetes care is personal for us. Many of our employees have a connection to diabetes, whether they're living with it themselves or through family members and friends, and we all show up each day to help make the lives of our coworkers and loved ones easier. Our people-first priority. At MiniMed, we put our customers at the forefront of all we do, and that focus extends to our team as well. We're dedicated to creating a culture of belonging and providing our people with all the career-building resources you might need. Our life-transforming technologies. No matter what you’re doing at a role, your…