Equipment QC Technician

The Equipment QC Technician is an entry level non-exempt position that reports to the EQC Management. The Equipment QC Technician is responsible for calibration of selected equipment and assisting the EQC department.

•            Independently perform the calibration process for all models of luminometers

•            Evaluate results using automated Microsoft Excel SOP forms

•            Identify and provide feedback on issues with luminometers and participate in troubleshooting with management as needed

•            Work independently or as part of a team aiding in the calibration of equipment. This will include providing support on preliminary tasks to prepare the equipment for further calibration.

•            Assist Lead Equipment QC Analyst in maintaining essential lab inventory

•            Catalogue and stock equipment provided by Electronics on a weekly basis

•            Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

•            The EQC Management will provide a schedule on a daily/weekly basis. The scheduled assigned tasks need to be accurately completed by the due date.

•            Inspect/Detect discrepancies in the calibration of equipment as outlined in CSI standard operating procedures

•            Inspect/Detect physical and functional discrepancies in equipment

•            Accurately document and submit all calibrations in a timely manner for review

•            Complete all customer equipment orders in a timely manner

•            Communicate with co-workers clearly to meet quality control standards outlined in CSI standard operating procedures

•            Biotechnology Certificate or Associate degree in life sciences related field or 3+ years hands-on laboratory experience and strong basic scientific knowledge

•            Excellent verbal and written communication

•            Excellent attention to detail

•            Understanding of basic statistics

•            Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel

•            Must be available to work 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday through Friday with some flexibility

Preferred:

•            Experience in a GMP/GLP environment

•            Experience with sterile/aseptic technique

•            Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook

•            The person in this position must be able to lift up to 25 pounds periodically.

•            The person in this position must be able to remain stationary for an extended length of time.

•            The person in this position frequently operates handheld diagnostic devices, a computer, and other office equipment such as a printer.

•            The person in this position must possess dexterity in order to perform pipetting assays to analyze tests in equipment.

•            Able to work 10 to 15 minutes in a cold room environment (4°C)