Lab Technician I

Job Summary Prepare broth media according to recipes for product sterility testing in the cleanroom, enter data into media batch records and sterilizer records, operate laboratory equipment including positive displacement pump, steam sterilizers, balance, pH meter, and steam kettle, and don a sterile full‑body gown to unload sterilized media into the cleanroom. Essential Job Functions Media Preparation Formulate and label media batches according to recipes and procedure. Document the preparation of each batch of medium on the appropriate media batch record. Complete and document post‑sterilization tests according to procedure. Perform second person verifications as required. Prepare reagents needed in media formulations. Gown qualified to enter the cleanroom and unload sterilizers. Steam Sterilizer Operation Operate sterilizers according to procedure. Complete a sterilizer log for each cycle. Load bottles according to the patterns listed in the validations. Verify that cycles meet their specified parameters. Equipment Operation Follow procedures for completing required daily standardization on equipment. Perform beginning and end steam kettle cleaning according to procedure and complete the associated cleaning log. Document the between‑batch steam kettle cleaning according to procedure. Good Housekeeping Complete the daily and weekly media prep 5S checklists. Follow good housekeeping practices in all areas. Regulatory Compliance Know and follow applicable regulatory requirements (GMP, GLP, ISO, etc.). Know and follow company policies and procedures. Professional Development Complete required training on time. Plate Pouring Aseptically dispense agar into sterile petri plates according to procedure. Ensure all filled petri plates are labeled according to procedure. Ensure proper separation between agar batches to avoid mix‑ups. Separate the required QC plates from each batch. Place poured plates into quarantine after solidification. Perform and document plate pouring room sanitization. Archive & Continuous Improvement Identify areas for improvement within the Media Department. Identify areas for improvement for Nelson Labs. Perform other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr