Media Preparation Technician

Overview

Element Materials Technology Boston-Acton, Inc. is looking for a full-time Media Preparation Technician to prepare and sterilize media, reagents, and supplies in support of our microbiology testing laboratory. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and interested in working exclusively in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

Prepares media and reagents in a timely manner according to media schedule Decontaminates, washes, and sterilizes laboratory glassware and supplies Documents processes using good documentation practices Monitors supply inventory (dry chemicals, liquid chemicals, prepared media, prepared reagents and prepared solutions) Monitors and discards expired raw materials and prepared supplies Monitors, cleans, and decontaminates laboratory equipment

Skills / Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent Experience in biological science or related science field preferred Experience with media production and aseptic technique preferred Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP or GMP) preferred Ability to make basic mathematical computations Ability to operate in a detail-oriented, self-directed manner Ability to work independently and within a team Able to lift boxes and general office supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. Hear, speak and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organization Apply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding, common laboratory procedures, and office equipment use and to review detailed data and information Move around the lab repeatedly throughout the day, including being on your feet for extended periods of time

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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