Laboratory and Operations Assistant

Airswift; Alabama; On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Airswift, on behalf of a major client, seeks a Laboratory and Operations Assistant for a six-month contract in Mobile, Alabama. You will perform laboratory tests, collect samples, maintain records and assist with equipment and CMS checks. Requires a BS in chemistry/biology or 3 years lab experience, plus strong communication and computer skills. The role supports ISO quality standards and lab operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology or related discipline or 3 years of equivalent lab experience.
• Clear communication with management and production personnel.
• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Quality Management ISO 90001/14001.
• Proficient with computers.

Responsibilities

• Assist Laboratory Resource.
• Coordinate and analyze incoming raw material, in-process and final product samples per quality standards.
• Collect, deliver and dispose of samples (full-face respirator required).
• Maintain accurate and complete records of sample analysis.
• Perform daily CMS checks.
• Assist with MMP Unit online analytical maintenance and calibration.
• Maintain laboratory instrumentation.
• Complete tasks to meet evolving lab and production needs.

Skills

Communication

Lab equipment knowledge

Computer literacy

Quality Management knowledge

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology or related discipline

Tools

LabWorks LIMS

Gas Chromatography

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Airswift has been tasked by one of our major clients to find a Laboratory and Operations Assistant to work for initially Six months contract in Mobile, AL.
Work Schedule: 4am-4pm
Job Type: W2 contract (One Year with possibility for extension)
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 3% matching 401k

To perform laboratory tests according to prescribed standards and procedures. To determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid or gaseous material for such purposes as quality, process and environmental controls and / or product development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Laboratory Resource
• Coordinate and analyze incoming raw material, in process and final product samples, determining disposition of these materials as outlined by MMP Unit quality standards and laboratory procedures
• Collect, deliver and dispose of MMP Unit samples. (Collection of MMP Unit samples requires use of a full-face respirator)
• Maintain accurate and complete records of sample analysis
• Perform daily CMS checks
• Assist with MMP Unit online analytical maintenance and calibration
• Maintain laboratory instrumentation
• Perform necessary tasks outside of the above accountabilities to meet the evolving needs of the laboratory and production processes
  

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology or related discipline; or three years of equivalent lab, I&E, or industry experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with management and production personnel
• A working knowledge of laboratory equipment, its function and maintenance
• Good knowledge in Quality Management, ISO 90001/14001
• Ability to work with computers
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to perform tasks under breathing air
• A working knowledge in the following systems: LabWorks LIMS System; Gas Chromatography; Microsoft Office Suite