LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for Laboratory Technician in Anaheim, Ca. 

Hours: On most weeks - Monday through Friday 08:00 a.m. - 05:00 p.m.

Professional Summary:
As a Laboratory Technician, you will ensure all laboratory tasks are well organized and completed in a timely manner as determined by management. Support the Laboratory Supervisor and Plant Manager to establish and improve department procedures and policies. As part of the  team, you are responsible to learn, understand, represent and contribute to Company policies, procedures and philosophies, including completing all assigned trainings as required. We are a customer service-oriented business and strive to meet our customer's needs in a safe and regulatory compliant manner; we need employees to think creatively and be able to be self-motivated to accommodate requests and always be professional under any circumstance(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Includes the following essential job functions, but not limited to -
Laboratory Duties:
*Prepare samples for testing, run analysis and generate reporting for review of results.
*Conduct quality control (QC) testing, generate Certificate of Analysis, and enter analysis into computer system.
*Perform and document routine maintenance of the instruments, laboratory and equipment including calibrations, daily laboratory housekeeping and detection methods.
*Rotate all products (check for production dates and expiration dates). Notify Lab Supervisor if supplies are running low.
*Rotate retaining samples to ensure currency of samples and to avoid expiration in accordance with approved standards.
*Dispose of retain samples and expired material in accordance with approved safety and environmentally friendly standards.
*Analyze failures/issues and implement performance processes to enhance future service deliveries.
*Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by enforcing safety and health policies and procedures.
*Maintain traceability of product & materials; keeping them in their proper place within the storage facility.
*Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by enforcing regulations.
*Maintain a neat, orderly and organized laboratory environment, ensuring that all inventory (raw material, work in process and finished goods) and supplies are stored in their proper places.
*Operate and maintain all laboratory test equipment in a clean and safe manner, ensure equipment is in good working order.
*Aid the Laboratory Supervisor to facilitate the training of new staff members.
*Ensure adherence to all S.O.P.'s, Work Instructions, and Daily Check-lists.
*Works with internal and external auditors as needed.
*Performs other duties as assigned.

Leadership abilities:
*The highest level of ethical conduct, promoting an atmosphere of transparency, accountability and confidentiality in actions and behavior.
*Ability to hold oneself accountable for the success of the team.
*Support a culture that finds solutions, rather than make excuses or place blame.
*Exceptional leadership skills
*Belief in technology as part of the solution
*Must understand that better efficiency equals better business
*Considers chemistry and laboratory work a career
*Sees the big picture
*Sees the laboratory as the heart of the business
*Relies on actual data to improve operations

Competencies / Qualifications:
*Problem-solving skills are a requirement
*Solid understanding of laboratory concepts
*Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
*Self-Motivated, enthusiastic, very organized & dependable
*Flexibility with high level of integrity are crucial
*Excellent written and oral communication skills
*Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with cross functional team members
*Superior attention to detail and strong analytical skills
*The ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment, be proactive and resourceful
*Excellent math skills and ability to convert from one unit of measure to another as needed
*Computer literate, including ability to use Excel, Word, and Windows at an intermediate level
* Communicates openly with upper management
*4-year college degree or Laboratory Certification in Chemistry and/or Chemical Engineering preferred
* High School Diploma or equivalent required

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional lab and office environment. This role routinely uses standard lab and office equipment such as pipettes, scales, centrifuges, burners, incubators, water baths, fume hoods as well as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This job operates in a lab environment, working around containers of chemicals with the potential for fumes or airborne exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Wearing of required PPE, including occasional wearing of respirator, is mandatory.
I understand that this position is largely sedentary, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, frequent near vision utilization for reading and computer work. I may be asked to lift files, open file cabinets and bend or stand while sitting on a chair or stool, as necessary.
Note: The company is committed to providing a safe work environment and will provide necessary equipment, PPE and training to perform the physical demands of the job.

Compensation depends on experience but is typically 22-25/hr. 

ABOUT KORE1
Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.