Lab Tech II
Hays

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

A Biotechnology Company is seeking a Lab Tech II in El Segundo, CA.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as a Lab Ops Tech II of Sample Management team in our commercial cell therapy production center located in El Segundo CA. In this role, you will work within the Quality Control Department in supporting our efforts in this exciting new area of cancer immunotherapy. You will be responsible to manage QC samples from manufacturing for QC testing, to maintain lab equipment operation and to support for business operations.

• Perform QC sample receipt, processing and distribution for testing and storage.
• Perform Cryo sample transfer, disposition and shipment.
• Perform inventory of lab supplies and materials
• Support on-the job training for junior staff.
• Troubleshoots standard issues and identify when a deviation from standard process occurs.
• Gather metric information for use in continuous improvement of areas of responsibility.
• Perform QC review of documentation such as sample COC and logbooks.
• Participate and support in ad-hoc projects or other duties as needed.
• Shift hours are flexible within seven days each week

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences with related discipline. Experience working in in regulated pharmaceutical/Biotech environments or similar role experience are plus.
• Or AA degree and 2+ years' experience in Quality Control.
• Or High School degree and 4+ years' experiences in Quality Control
• Experience in aseptic techniques and clean room operations
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, SOPs and quality control processes
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company policy, SOPs, WIs and specifications
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in this collaborative work environment.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced Biopharmaceutical environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Ability to lift 25 lbs and work with dry ice and LN2 freezers
• Experience with sample chain of custody, general lab procedures such as operating centrifuges, working in a Biological Safety Cabinet and experience with inventory and laboratory management systems such as Freezerworks and LabVantage (LIMS) or similar.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and other applications.
• Job requires some overtime, weekend or holiday work as needed.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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