Lab Technician I

At BioFire Defense, our workplace is as vibrant as our mission: casual vibes, intense execution, and a passion for IMPACT.

Position Summary:

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Responsible for manufacturing and formulation of all BioReagents products and sub-assemblies including FilmArray, Razor, JBAIDS and Commercial. Operates production equipment and performs duties under compliance of cGMP manufacturing. Weighs, measures, and checks raw materials to assure that manufactured batched or lots contain the proper ingredients and qualities. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures including PCR, RT-PCR real-time PCR, and use of fluorescence based nucleic acid detection techniques. Conducts complex functional testing and troubleshooting product or in process material. Applicant must be mathematically competent, detail orientated, and able to follow written directions well. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. A wide degree of organization and attention to detail is expected. Normally received no instruction on routine work and general instruction on new assignments. Reports to the BioFire Defense supervisor and /or production floor manager.

• Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of BioFire Defense Quality System.

• Responsible for assigned work center
• Operates production equipment.
• Maintains records in compliance with regulatory requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining clean room environment of formulation labs and associated spaces.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established written guidelines to perform job functions.
• Works under immediate supervision and reports to the BioFire Defense supervisor or production floor manager
• Performs additional tasks as assigned by management.

Principal Decisions:

• N/A-principal decisions will be made by immediate supervisor and/or production floor manager.

Supplemental Data: (Information that will enhance the understanding of the nature of the job; e.g., number of people directly supervised; total staff supervised; sales volume impacted; operating budget, extent of travel required, etc.)

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Qualifications

Training and Education: (Minimum education and/or training requirements for this position, i.e., high school diploma, college degree, certification)

• Minimum- demonstrated proficiency in lab techniques and basic understanding of pipetting and how to operate a balance
• Demonstrates an ability to take and implement instructions and guidance.
• Must be willing to take on additional responsibilities and must have 1 Year of GMP laboratory experience.
• Preferred-Completion of a 2-year program with an emphasis on a biological science or actively enrolled in a 4-year degree program in the final year.

Experience: (Minimum time and type experience required for this position)

Skills: (Special skills required, e.g., negotiation, technical writing; statistical evaluation)

• Proficient in math as well as good oral/written communication.

Physical Requirements: (List any special physical requirements needed to perform the job, such as ability to lift specific weight. List "None" if there are no special requirements)

• Must be able to safely lift 50 lbs.

Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Bonus eligible

9/8/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

401k - company match of 5% regardless of participation and up to a total of 9.5% company match if contributing

160 Hours of PTO (prorated from date of hire)

9 Paid Holidays

Paid Winter Break from the work week between December 24 thru December 31

Participation in Companys Wellness Program (discounted medical premiums)

Multiple Company Sponsored Events Each Year (catered breakfast/lunch, holiday parties, snacks)

Convenient location near I-15 and Trax Station

Free Parking

Our EEO Policy

BioFire Defense is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. BioFire Defense complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.