Labware Technician

Stokes Pharmacy; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(K) retirement plan

Bonus program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stokes Healthcare in Mount Laurel, NJ is seeking a Labware Technician to join our laboratory team. The role involves preparing and sterilizing supplies, stocking lab dishware, and keeping the workspace clean to support lab technicians.

This full-time, non-exempt position starts at $17 per hour, with opportunities for bonuses twice yearly. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to lift up to 25 pounds, and wear required protective gear.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Able to wear protective gear (gown, hair bonnet, mask, beard cover, gloves, goggles).
• Punctual with low absenteeism.
• Able to sit and/or stand 8–10 hours per day.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• PTCB certification a plus, not required.
• Laboratory experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean, prepare and sterilize supplies and glassware for Lab Technicians.
• Stock dishware for use in the lab.
• Refill stock supplies when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness in the lab.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Thoroughness

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Stokes Healthcare is a privately-owned business comprised of three divisions: Stokes Pharmacy (503A pharmacy), Epicur Pharma (503B facility) and STEP labs. The these divisions operate out of separate facilities in Mount Laurel, NJ, following different regulations and are guided by different principles.

Stokes Pharmacy was founded in 1975. The pharmacy formulates custom prescription medicines for both humans and animals. The business has grown from a small, hometown operation in Medford, New Jersey, to a respected pharmacy serving the entire U.S., enabled by sophisticated online ordering and overnight shipping capabilities.

In 2016, Stokes Healthcare built a world-class facility (which became Epicur Pharma), as a testament to the commitment to providing the highest level of quality. Adding a unique offering to the veterinary industry, Epicur Pharma is an FDA Registered 503B Outsourcing Facility, producing drugs such as Tacrolimus Eyedrops, Buprenorphine Injection and Gabapentin tablets. Epicur follows Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) which are the same rules and regulations followed by commercial manufacturers.

Epicur Pharma is proud to be a pioneer in animal drug standards, offering the largest selection of manufactured drugs that are traditionally compounded. Epicur products are distributed directly to veterinary hospitals from our manufacturing facility and offered through Stokes Pharmacy for individual patient prescriptions.

STEP Labs is a GMP-compliant laboratory that delivers accurate, reliable analytical testing for manufactured pharmaceutical products. Equipped with advanced instrumentation and operated under strict regulatory standards, STEP Labs provides comprehensive services in microbiological and chemistry analysis with a focus on quality, data integrity, and timely results.

Stokes Healthcare has built a reputation for unwavering quality and superb service by holding fast to the founders’ commitment to traditional craftsmanship, combined with today’s most advanced knowledge and technologies. In a field where many corporate-owned pharmacies try to compete on price, Stokes has always put safety and quality first because patients’ lives depend on it.

At Stokes, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401(K) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match, a bonus program, paid holidays, vacation and personal time, and an excellent working environment. We are conveniently located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, just minutes from Philadelphia and the NJ shore.

Job Title

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Starting at $17/hour based on experience plus twice a year bonuses

Job Summary

The Labware Technician is a motivated, self-starter that is able to work independently as well as part of team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Clean, prepare and sterilize supplies and glassware for Lab Technicians
• Stock dishware for use in the lab
• Refill stock supplies when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness in the lab

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must be capable of wearing all protective gear (gown, hair bonnet, mask, beard cover, gloves, goggles)
• Must exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism
• Able to sit and/or stand 8-10 hours or more per day as needed
• Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion
• PTCB Certification a plus, but not required
• Laboratory experience a plus

Eligibility Qualifications

Required upon hire (or within 90 days):

• Detail Oriented
• Organizational Skills
• Teamwork
• Thoroughness
• Time Management

This job operates primarily in a controlled laboratory environment. This position requires the use of standard office equipment, and frequent standing and walking.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• May need to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion
• This position is moderately active and requires standing and walking for a majority of the shift

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Because of the nature of the business, work schedules may vary at times.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Disclaimer

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to capture or illustrate a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

AAP/EEO Statement

Stokes Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Afffirmed Action Employer.