Laboratory Technician

TekWissen ®; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen® Group is assisting a client in the biotechnology sector seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support daily operations in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include washing glassware, waste management, maintaining supplies, and keeping work areas clean, organized, and safe in alignment with SOPs, GMP, GDP, and safety guidelines.

This is a second-shift contingent assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in laboratory operations or pharmaceutical environments preferred.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, GDP, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, dry and store laboratory glassware.
• Operate glassware washers and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe glassware washing areas.
• Handle and dispose of laboratory waste per procedures.
• Document laboratory support activities per GDP.
• Follow GMP, SOPs, chemical hygiene and safety procedures.
• Support multiple laboratory groups and priorities.

Skills

Laboratory operations

GMP knowledge

Detail oriented

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As a global leader in serving the scientific community, the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Summary:

Client is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support daily laboratory operations in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The primary responsibilities include laboratory glassware washing, laboratory waste management, maintaining laboratory supplies, and ensuring clean, organized, and safe work areas. The ideal candidate will be dependable, detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and capable of performing hands‑on laboratory support activities while following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and laboratory safety guidelines. This is a contingent worker assignment supporting laboratory operations on the second shift.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, transport, wash, rinse, dry, inspect, and store laboratory glassware according to approved procedures.
• Operate laboratory glassware washers and associated cleaning equipment.
• Maintain proper segregation of clean and dirty glassware and prevent contamination during drying and storage.
• Identify and remove damaged, chipped, cracked, or unsuitable glassware from service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe glassware washing, drying, and storage areas.
• Prepare laboratory glassware and supplies for laboratory personnel.
• Collect, segregate, label, handle, and transfer laboratory waste according to established procedures.
• Ensure proper identification, maintenance, and handling of laboratory waste containers.
• Report full waste containers, spills, damaged containers, equipment issues, and other safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory support activities in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Follow SOPs, GMP regulations, environmental requirements, chemical hygiene standards, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Maintain required training and compliance standards.
• Support multiple laboratory groups while managing assigned tasks and priorities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in laboratory operations, pharmaceutical manufacturing, warehouse operations, environmental services, or similar environments preferred but not required.
• Experience in laboratory glassware washing, cleaning, laboratory support, or waste management preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, GDP, and regulated laboratory or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, waste segregation, and proper material handling.
• Ability to read, understand, and consistently follow written procedures and safety instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain clean work areas.
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and support multiple laboratory teams and priorities.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive physical activities, including bending, reaching, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and move materials weighing approximately 10–50 pounds.
• Ability to safely handle laboratory glassware, cleaning agents, and appropriately contained laboratory waste.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to comply with applicable chemical hygiene, waste-handling, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Must meet applicable work authorization and pre-assignment screening requirements.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.