The Laboratory Assistant supports quality control, sterility control, and safety by maintaining a clean and sanitary environment within the facility. This role involves adhering to strict protocols and regulations, ensuring surfaces, equipment, and rooms are cleaned, sanitized, and disinfected according to established procedures. The position suits a proactive individual with strong organizational skills who can work independently and effectively with various teams.
Responsibilities
Perform routine and specialized cleaning tasks in GMP areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waste disposal, recycling, dusting, and disinfecting surfaces, equipment, and rooms
Adhere to safety guidelines and use cleaning products and equipment safely, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
Wash, dry, and sterilize glassware and distribute to appropriate locations within the laboratory; keep glass-washing area clean and organized; may sterilize glassware and other items using an autoclave
Accurately record all cleaning activities, including the use of specific cleaning agents and the completion of required documentation, to maintain a clear audit trail
Operate designated laboratory support equipment and perform assigned equipment cleaning and routine maintenance activities in accordance with established schedules, applicable SOPs, and completed training
Monitor and maintain cleaning and laboratory inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs in accordance with established inventory management processes
Receive and stock assigned areas with laboratory supplies and reagents
Perform assigned cleaning, equipment maintenance, and laboratory support activities according to established schedules, cadences, and task lists and accurately document completion
Report any maintenance issues, equipment deficiencies, or unusual situations to supervisors
Work effectively with other teams, such as Quality, various laboratory personnel, Administration, and Facilities, to coordinate cleaning schedules and address any issues
Remain up to date with assigned training
Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
Works independently and proactively
Promotes process improvement
Ability to adhere to standard timelines and escalate actions appropriately for resolution in a timely manner
Keeps manager informed of progress and communicates effectively with colleagues as necessary to achieve assigned tasks and goals
Performs job responsibilities as directed and completes tasks as assigned
Prior cleaning experience in a GMP, laboratory, or other sterile environment preferred
Ability to handle multiple tasks under deadline pressure
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Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to read, write, and comprehend written and verbal instructions, including safety procedures and SOPs
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Ability to sit on a chair, work at a desk/bench, and work on a computer and/or telephone
Pushing/Pulling/Lifting up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand to operate office and laboratory equipment for prolonged periods; mobility to move between offices and colleagues required
Must be able to perform kneeling/squatting/sitting duties for a prolonged period while cleaning
Must be comfortable working periodically on various sized ladders up to 6 feet high
Must have reliable means of transportation
Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical and medical evaluation; specific immunizations may be required
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including fitted respirators
Important Details
Schedule: During initial training, the shift will be 9AM – 5PM; once initial training is completed, ability to work evening hours is required – specific schedule to be determined with the prospective employee
About the Company
The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow, with business sectors in Material, Homes, and Health Care. Bionique Testing Laboratories LLC (Bionique) has been a leading global provider of mycoplasma testing services for the biopharmaceutical industry for over 35 years. Bionique offers a full breadth of services, from lot and Final Drug Product release testing per regulatory guidelines to a GMP compliant Real-Time PCR assay. Bionique is an FDA registered and GMP compliant contract testing facility that aims to offer unsurpassed quality mycoplasma testing services.
For over 30 years, Bionique Testing Laboratories has been a trusted partner and global leader of Mycoplasma Testing Services for the life science industry.
