QC Lab Technician

QC Lab Technician

Location: Arlington Heights, IL Zip Code: 60004 Duration: 4 Months Pay Rate: $23.86 - $27.4/hr. Shift: 1st shift is 7am to 3:30pm Start Date: Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay rate of $23.86 - $27.4/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Job description: This entry level position is predominantly responsible for microbiological testing and environmental monitoring. It is a Quality Control based position for the Microbiology department. The role also includes maintenance of controlled areas, environmental monitoring and analysis of results. Work is technical and specialized, requiring accuracy and attention to detail. Testing is defined according to standard operating procedures. The position is not research based.

Key responsibilities/essential functions include:

• Performs required bioburden, bacterial endotoxin testing and sterility testing.
• Performs viable and non-viable environmental monitoring.
• Reads and interprets environmental monitoring results.
• Operates non-viable particle counter/facility monitoring systems.
• Performs computer data entry with programs such as Microsoft Excel and MODA.
• Maintains accurate records of environmental data and testing.
• Performs sanitation for testing hoods and enclosures.
• Prepares supplies for sterilization (autoclave) and depyrogenation.
• Assists in the stocking and supplying of the QC Micro lab.

Workers will be working around radiation they will be trained and provided safety material prior to being put in that environment Fast paced environment.

Required skill set:

• Bachelor's Degree in Sciences (preferred Biological Sciences), would prefer some experience with Microbiology or Biology (this can be from school and not necessarily working experience).
• This would be considered an entry level position with minimal experience required.
• Degree in a science related field or working experience in manufacturing or a laboratory setting.
• Ability to speak, understand, read, and write in local language.
• Ability to lift 25lbs.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.