Onsite Lab Technician: DNA Prep & Quality Control

Zoetis; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a Laboratory Technician to drive sample processing through SOPs, DNA extraction, assay execution, data generation, and inventory management. You will also assist with equipment maintenance and contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes teamwork with Laboratory Managers, Team Leads, and Quality Coordinators, and requires a high school diploma with 0-3 years in similar environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-3 years of relevant laboratory, manufacturing, or technical experience.
• Familiarity with GLP and/or GMP.

Responsibilities

• Process, store, track, and dispose of customer samples in accordance with laboratory procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and supplies by monitoring stock levels and supporting replenishment activities.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and basic troubleshooting to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Document and report deviations, non-conformances, and unexpected results in accordance with CAPA and quality management procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing laboratory processes, efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Support additional laboratory and operational activities as assigned by laboratory leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Following SOPs

Data entry accuracy

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology/Life Sciences

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Excel

Inventory management systems

Job description

Zoetis in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a Laboratory Technician to drive sample processing through SOPs, DNA extraction, assay execution, data generation, and inventory management. You will also assist with equipment maintenance and contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes teamwork with Laboratory Managers, Team Leads, and Quality Coordinators, and requires a high school diploma with 0-3 years in similar environments.