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Bureau Veritas Group · 13 hours ago

Laboratory Support Technician IV

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$28/hr - $32/hr

2+ years exp

Bureau Veritas Group is seeking a Laboratory Support Technician IV to ensure laboratory equipment and facilities are well maintained while managing lab processes such as equipment calibration and waste disposal. This role requires interaction with scientists and vendors to support laboratory research and compliance with safety regulations.

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Responsibilities

Ensure that laboratory equipment and facilities are in good working order; identify issues and submit repair requests to appropriate vendors. This may include ad hoc repair requests, preventative maintenance, or other related services

Coordinate lab clean-ups, order/pickup of pallet boxes, and help maintain lab spaces

Create, implement, and help maintain department processes which may include pipette calibration, freezer defrosting, BSC decontamination, and/or other lab related functions

Serve as the liaison between scientists and vendors to ensure that local stockrooms are appropriately stocked for project needs, CO2/LNO2 reserves are adequate, and other daily laboratory needs are met

Coordinate with vendors and scientists to schedule onsite demonstrations, external vendor visits, or other training opportunities to facilitate optimal equipment use

Create backup plans in preparation of an equipment failure and if necessary, rapidly execute

Facilitate new equipment installation, laboratory moves, equipment decommissioning, or other lab related services which may require coordination of multiple vendors

Function as the primary liaison between lab personnel and vendors to ensure all critical equipment is alarmed and properly monitored; ensure all equipment and laboratory spaces are properly labelled as defined by local safety regulations

Coordinate proper laboratory waste disposal which may include ordering bins (i.e. biohazard, recycling), submitting tickets for pickup, and/or interacting with environmental health and safety to implement proper waste stream disposal

Prepare buffers, media, or other lab related reagents. This may include making/resuspending reagents, labeling tubes/plates, aliquoting single-use tubes, and monitoring inventory

Assist in turnaround planning and cost estimation for instrumentation work

Identify and implement new technologies and specify upgrades to instrument systems

Write and develop SOP’s, policies, procedures, and protocols

Source, compare, and evaluate quotes from multiple suppliers

Track order status, deliveries, and back orders

Negotiate and communicate with vendors and build relationships

Utilize electronic notebook system and maintain proper documentation (POs, quotes, SDS files, contracts)

Knowledge of how to access the latest revisions of standards, protocols, and test methods, without direction

Interface with senior staff for direction on interpretations pertaining to compliance and standards

Provide feedback to department manager regarding departmental systems, processes and recommendations for improvements and meeting department / quality objectives

Participate with senior staff in client meetings / visits, when appropriate

Consult with other technicians / engineers on various issues, seeking direction as needed

Write, train, implement and update lab procedures with direction from senior staff

Assist with any special projects as needed

Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures

Comply with clients and Company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies

Follows the guidelines set forth by clients and the Company Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan

Adhere to the requirements of the Company Quality System

Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload

Qualification

Laboratory equipment maintenanceTechnical writingProject managementProcurement systemsAnalytical skillsMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsTime managementTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Science, or closely related field

Minimum of two (2) year of lab experience (either through an industry or academic research position)

Minimum of one (1) year of lab instrumentation and maintenance

Experience in purchasing, supply chain, or scientific procurement

Excellent interpersonal skills – being approachable, demonstrate initiative, adaptable, and project a positive attitude

Strong foundation in problem solving and process improvement: must be flexible, open-minded, and creative

Strong project management skills, effective communication skills, self-directed, and must have the ability to multi-task and deliver results in a dynamic environment

Technical Writing

Ability to learn quickly and work in a team environment

Ability to clearly communicate scientific needs and specifications to suppliers

Understanding of laboratory equipment and consumable needs

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of scientific products, equipment, materials, and vendors

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Understanding of procurement systems

Excellent organization and time management skills

Ability to effectively multi-task and rapidly adjust to change

Maintain high performance and flexibility in a dynamic laboratory setting

Champions company values