Laboratory Operations Technician: GLP & Safety Focus

Neogen; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Neogen in Oakdale, Minnesota, is seeking a Laboratory Operations Assistant to support daily microbiology lab activities and maintain a safe, organized, and compliant environment. You will assist with waste handling, equipment coordination, and GLP-related tasks, working closely with experienced professionals.

The role emphasizes routine lab operations, supply management, and documentation, with growth opportunities in laboratory operations and related areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a laboratory, production, warehouse, or similar regulated environment or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Safely collect, process, and prepare biological safety waste and hazardous waste per procedures and regulations.
• Operate and monitor autoclaves and related equipment, documenting cycles.
• Maintain supply room inventory and manage ordering of supplies.
• Clean, organize, and restock laboratory glassware and reusable items.
• Coordinate with external vendors for equipment service and maintenance, and manage service contracts.
• Support GLP compliance by maintaining logs, records, and labels, and assist with audits.

Skills

Waste handling

Autoclave operation

Inventory management

GLP compliance

Documentation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory software

Data entry software

Job description

Neogen in Oakdale, Minnesota, is seeking a Laboratory Operations Assistant to support daily microbiology lab activities and maintain a safe, organized, and compliant environment. You will assist with waste handling, equipment coordination, and GLP-related tasks, working closely with experienced professionals.

The role emphasizes routine lab operations, supply management, and documentation, with growth opportunities in laboratory operations and related areas.