Lab Operations Technician I

Job Overview Position: Laboratory Operations Assistant in Microbiology Operations, North Haven Laboratory Services. The role involves maintaining laboratory readiness, preparing materials, operating equipment, managing supplies, supporting contamination‑control, and ensuring safety, quality, and reliability of microbiological testing. Responsibilities Support daily laboratory operations for microbiological testing and environmental monitoring. Prepare, sterilize, and stage laboratory materials, media, glassware, and consumables for testing teams. Operate and maintain equipment such as autoclaves, incubators, depyrogenation ovens, and glassware washers following approved procedures. Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies to ensure materials are available when needed. Perform routine cleaning, gowning, contamination‑control activities within laboratory and cleanroom environments. Maintain organized, clean, and inspection‑ready laboratory workspaces. Accurately document laboratory activities per SOPs, GLP, and quality requirements. Follow all safety, biosafety, and laboratory compliance procedures. Identify and communicate equipment, inventory, or workspace issues to appropriate team members. Collaborate with colleagues to support efficient laboratory operations and testing schedules. Required Qualifications High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree or coursework in Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Science, or a related field. Previous experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated environment. Familiarity with cleanroom practices (ISO 17025 compliance), GLP, or quality systems. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures. Basic computer and documentation skills. Ability to work independently on routine tasks and effectively within a team. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside the U.S., a degree that satisfies 8C.F.R. §214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. Work Hours & Location The position is full‑time, 5 days per week onsite, 1st shift, Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 4:30PM. Benefits & Compensation Salary range (U.S., excluding Puerto Rico): $37,600 – $56,400 per year. Eligibility for the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP). Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account; Flexible Spending Account; life insurance; long‑term disability; tuition assistance; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; paid holidays; and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Legal and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Medtronic is an equal‑employment opportunity employer. We provide equal access to employment and advancement for all persons regardless of protected characteristics. Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The company participates in the federal E‑Verify program for all newly hired employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr