Laboratory Technician I - Microbiology - RI Analytical

The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for performing various microbiological analyses on environmental samples received by the laboratory. The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for daily data generation that meets RIA, client, and QA/QC requirements. The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for completing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual laboratory maintenance and QA/QC requirements. The Laboratory Technician I should have and maintain current knowledge of commonly used laboratory practices, procedures, and methodologies.Primary Duties / Essential Functions• Follow Standard Operating Procedures relevant to these essential functions, this job description, and other duties as assigned.• Complete an Initial Demonstration of Capability (IDC) prior to performing analytical testing on samples and complete a Continuing Demonstration of Capability (CDC) annually thereafter.• Maintains and promotes clean, organized, and functional work areas including but not limited to, sample storage and hazardous waste disposal areas.• Effectively communicates any issues, concerns, or updates to Team Lead and/or Laboratory Manager.• Adhere to R.I. Analytical’s Chemical Hygiene Plan, Code of Ethics, and other policies defined in the Quality Manual and Employee Handbook.• Other duties as assigned by Team Lead, Laboratory Manager, and/or Laboratory Director.• Coverage of second shift, weekend, and holiday shifts required as needed.Education Requirement and Prior Work Experience• Associate Degree; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (MS Word, Excel, Teams).• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient in the English Language.• Must be flexible with time and able to adjust and adapt to a changing work environment.Core Competencies, Qualifications, & Skills• Demonstrates proper judgment and timely execution regarding support to management/staff.• Communicate with management and others in a courteous and professional manner.• Ability to self-direct and work well with limited supervision.• Ability to maintain good organizational and time management skills and flexibility in re-arranging priorities.Physical Demands and the Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment(s) described below represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions:This job operates in a laboratory setting. This role routinely uses chemicals with known hazardous characteristics and handles samples of unknown toxicity. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, and photocopiers. This role routinely moves objects weighing up to 50lbs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Skills