Laboratory Assistant

ZipRecruiter; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Lab Assistant in San Diego for a 6-month contract role, supporting the quality control department. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, supporting compliance, and assisting with laboratory operations in a dynamic cGMP environment. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and be organized, self-motivated individuals capable of lifting heavy items.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in a lab setting.
• Must be able to lift or push 50 pounds.
• Must be proficient in Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain QC material inventory and cleanliness of the laboratory.
• Responsible for calibration maintenance and training in QC test methods.
• Assist QC release team by picking up samples and ordering inventory.

Skills

Organized

Self-motivated

Intermediate computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIMS

AGILE

Oracle

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Duration: 06 months (Temp only, extension is possible but no opportunity to convert at this time)

Shift: Monday - Friday, start time either 7am or 7:30am

Supplier spotlight call notes:

· Should have HS diploma with 0-5 years of experience. Associates degree is ok.

· Overqualified – 10+ years of experience or someone with a bachelor’s in science or a master’s degree, etc would be overqualified, this is more of an entry level role. Bachelor’s may be ok if not in the science field a Bachelor of Art for example that are looking to pivot from their degree, but still worried they wouldn’t stay long.

Main responsibility:

· Helping out QC release team – 40 different people on the release team, this person is a support in terms of picking up samples, ordering inventory, performing calibration maintenance, etc

· LIMS – will train them on how to enter materials into LIMS, where they keep record of any testing

· Will also be trained in AGILE and Oracle

· Want someone that can learn these programs and proficient in word and excel

Must be:

· Organized

· Can self-manage their schedule

· Self-motivated

· Must be able to lift or push 50 pounds

Our lab assistant supports the entire QC SD department with procurement, cleaning, and maintenance.

Job Summary:

· The Lab Assistant will be responsible to maintain the QC Laboratories in a state of compliance.

· Ensure maintenance activities are performed for understanding and executing testing on multiple assay platforms in a dynamic cGMP environment to ensure timely release of products.

· Testing may be performed on various automated platforms for multiple product lines in addition to manual testing. The associate should have good technique and follow proper workflows.

· The associate will be responsible for maintaining laboratory instruments, inventory, equipment, and processes and supporting continuous improvement programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Responsible for maintaining QC material inventory.

· Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory, stocking shelves/drawers with supplies as needed.

· Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, calibrating, or submitting items for calibration as needed.

· Responsible for completing training in a timely manner and maintaining records.

· Responsible for sample pickup from Quality Inspection or Manufacturing and performing required transactions.

· Responsible for analytical glass washing and rack washing.

· May be responsible for managing pipette, thermometers, and timer calibration across various laboratories.

· Prepares documents for storage in our document management system and may manage original data files.

· Responsible for cycle count of QC materials.

· Responsible for equipment (water bath, incubators, refrigerators) regular maintenance activities.

· Responsible for instrument (Tigris, Panther, Fusion) monthly maintenance.

· May train on QC test methods to support QC testing as needed.

· May assist with other activities as required to support QC teams.

· May train on QC test methods to support QC testing as needed.

· Has good understanding and past demonstration of Good Documentation Practices.

Qualifications:

· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

· The requirements listed below are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

· Intermediate computer skills, must be able to use Microsoft Office.

Education:

· High School Diploma or higher

Experience:

· 0-3 years of experience in a lab setting.

Company DescriptionSelect Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilitiesCompany DescriptionSelect Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities