JOB SUMMARY:

The Production Lab Technologist oversees daily production activities, ensures quality standards, and supports team performance. This role combines hands-on technical expertise to maintain efficient and safe operations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Mutual respect and regard for others
• Excellent organizational skills
• Thorough understanding of laboratory procedures and equipment (especially cell culture & slide prep)
• Good information technology skills (MS Office and laboratory software)
• Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
• Proven ability to collaborate with peers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• As part of the hiring process, the final candidate(s) will be asked to complete a security risk assessment for the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP).

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES:

• 3-5+ years’ experience in laboratory settings and/or processes.

EDUCATION, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• B.S. degree in Microbiology, biotechnology, or related fields; Advance degree preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Requires standing/walking in a Manufacturing/Warehouse/Office environment
• Able to work with chemicals using the appropriate PPE
• Able to work within varying temperatures
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

• Follows all policies, protocols, and SOPs.
• Lead and coordinate production line activities to meet daily output and quality goals.
• Train, mentor, and support production technicians in procedures, safety, and equipment use.
• Monitor workflow and adjust staffing or processes to optimize efficiency.
• Perform routine and advanced production tasks, including cell culture, slide spotting, equipment setup and operation.
• Perform aseptic techniques to culture, maintain, and harvest various cell lines.
• Prepare media, reagents, and solutions required for cell culture.
• Monitor cell growth, morphology, and viability using appropriate methods.
• Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to resolve production issues and implement improvements.
• Work effectively with manufacturing team members to collaborate and achieve manufacturing goals.
• Label and organize slides for analysis and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of slide preparation and manufacturing for traceability requirements under all relevant regulatory bodies (e.g. ISO 13485:2016, EU IVDR:2017, FDA 21 CFR Part 812.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Purchasing, Shipping/Receiving.
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment by following all workplace rules, protocols, and procedures.
• Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures.
• Complete on-going training of new procedures, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Help to maintain a work environment in compliance with OSHA, GMP, and GLP.
• Other duties as assigned.