Laboratory Operations Technician II

Job Title: Laboratory Operations Technician II

Location: 1300 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018-3315

Duration: 12 Months

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Description:

As a Laboratory Operations Technician II, you will be a key member of our Internal Component Refurbishment Team, supporting efficient lab operations and refurbishment processes. This role combines lab management, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and hands-on testing support using automated molecular platforms. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Laboratory Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance

• Collect assay tray carriers, sample racks, laboratory equipment, and other reusable materials from designated work areas.
• Perform cleaning and sanitization of reusable items using approved procedures in compliance with GLP standards.
• Ensure proper handling, segregation, and labeling of materials during collection and cleaning to prevent cross-contamination.
• Inspect cleaned items to confirm cleanliness and suitability for reuse.
• Return cleaned materials to appropriate laboratory locations in a timely manner to support continuous operations.

Sample Handling and Testing Support

• Receive, log, and track swab samples generated during refurbishment activities in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare and load samples onto automated molecular platforms to support refurbishment verification testing.
• Dispose of samples and consumables following approved safety and compliance guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of sample processing, testing activities, and results in accordance with data integrity standards.
• Ensure traceability and accuracy through strong attention to detail.
• Collaborate closely with refurbishment and laboratory operations teams to ensure efficient workflows and timely completion of testing.

Project Work

• Execute project tasks independently or with minimal supervision to support team goals and operational improvements.
• Partner with team members to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions.
• Document, track, and communicate project progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain accurate records and ensure proper handling of samples and equipment.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move materials weighing over 20 pounds.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.

• Published on 13 Jul 2026, 11:46 PM