LA Testing is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in South Pasadena, CA. This is support position for the laboratory manager and the analysts. It will oversee preparing, shipping, receiving, distributing, and logging in of samples.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare environmental microbiology samples prior to analysis as needed
Receive paperwork for incoming samples to ensure completeness
Inspect samples to ensure samples integrity is retained and that the packaging is not compromised
Receive environmental samples and enter Chain of Custody into LIMS system
Perform quality control checks on supplies and manage multiple spreadsheets for microbiology department
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment such as incubators, refrigerators, autoclave, laboratory benches and hoods
Must be willing to work with biological safety cabinets, fume hoods and analytical balances, water filtration manifolds, autoclaves, incubators, water baths, pipettes and hot plates
Good lab practice
Accept shipping and handling items received by the laboratory from clients
Other laboratory and administrative duties such as filing, faxing, copying may be assigned by lab staff and manager as needed
Requirements:
High School degree/equivalent
Associates Degree in Life Science/ two years of college course work completed
One to two years of previous academic or commercial lab experience is a plus
Ability to work independently and with a team
Good communication, computer, typing, and organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Office especially Excel and typing
Excellent customer service skills customer service experience is a plus
Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, multi-task, and prioritize assignments
Available Shift: Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
LA Testing offers full time benefits: medical, dental, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holiday pay and a flexible spending account. Pay range for this position is $19.00 to $20.00 per hour.
To find out more information about LA Testing please visit our web site at www.latesting.com
EOE including Veterans and Disabled