Laboratory Technician

States considered:

RoleDescription

POSITIONDESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:

Laboratory Technician

LOCATION:

Precision Animal Health, Kalamazoo MI

REPORTS TOPOSITIONTITLE:

Team Lead-Sample Processing

MANAGER NAME:

Emma Brott

DATE:

1/5/2026

POSITIONSUMMARY

The Laboratory Technician position is primarily responsible for processing customer samples at various stages throughout the laboratory operationin accordance withstandard operating procedures. These duties can range from receiving/storing samples, prepping samples for DNA extraction, DNA extraction, and running DNA on various assays to generate data for customers. The Laboratory Technician role is also responsible for restocking inventory in the lab, basic trouble shooting on equipment, andparticipatingin continuous improvement projects. The Laboratory Technician will alsoparticipatein CAPA (Corrective and Preventative Actions) investigations that result in process improvements.

POSITIONRESPONSIBILITIES

Percent of Time

• Process, store, and dispose ofcustomer samples according to standardoperating procedures.-75%
• Maintainsupply inventory byusingappropriate softwaretomonitormaterialinventory levels.-5%
• Perform basic troubleshooting on equipmentthroughout the laboratory as needed.-5%
• Report deviations from SOPs, or unexpected results ina timelyfashion,in accordance withthe organization's CAPA (corrective action, preventative action) SOPs.-5%
• Contribute ideas andparticipatein initiatives that will lead to continuous improvement of procedures.-5%
• Perform other duties as assigned by Team Lead or Laboratory Operations Manager.-5%

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Laboratory Manager
• Team Leads- Sample Preparation and Sample Processing
• LaboratoryTraining Coordinator
• LaboratoryQuality Coordinator
• Project Coordinator
• AppliedInnovation andResearch Group
• Laboratory Technicians

RESOURCES MANAGED

Financial Accountability

N/A

Supervision

N/A

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalentrequired; Bachelor of Science degree is preferred.

• 0-3+years of relevant experience; Geneticsor Manufacturingexperience preferred.

• Familiarity withGLP/GMP practices.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) applications.

• Experience with continuous improvement projects is preferred.

• Experience using standard laboratory equipment and reagents is preferred.

• Experience with inventory management is preferred.

• Experience in a regulated environment is preferred.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Detailoriented.

• Strong communicationskills- Orally and written.

• Strong time management skills

• Strong workethic- independently and in a team environment.

• Comfortable in a rapidly changing environment.

• The ability toidentifyand solve moderately complex problems.

• The ability to make decisions that have a moderate impact on others and the business.

• Is accountable for adhering to company standards, guidelines, and values.

PHYSICALPOSITIONREQUIREMENTS

• Long periodsof sitting or standing.

• Ability to lift 20-30lbs.

• Onsite position.

• Overtime/weekend work may be required from time to time.

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