Laboratory Technician - A Shift
BD
Summary
Execute various testing including setup and preparation of materials. Ensure documentation is accurate and complete for each testing method. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.
Job description
Position Summary
Execute various testing including setup and preparation of materials. Ensure documentation is accurate and complete for each testing method. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Execute various instrument / equipment / test methods to include: pH, Sodium chloride assay and ID's, HIAC (sub-visible particle counts), UV/Vis spectrophotometer, ICP Heavy Metals and Iron Environmentals, Sterility Testing, Heparin Assay testing, Bioburden Testing
- Setup various laboratory equipment and prepare materials required for validations and/or routine analysis
- Calibrate laboratory instruments / equipment
- Maintain sample log-in / check-in / testing logs / product release files
- Monitor laboratory supplies / stock inventory and related testing schedules, and order supplies as needed
- Support laboratory activities relating to production equipment and process validations
- Maintain general cleanliness of laboratory. Responsible for proper disposal of tested product, microbiological wastes, and chemical wastes
- Perform other testing / sampling duties as required
- Other duties as required to support the needs of the business
Education
High School diploma/GED required. Associates degree preferred in a science discipline (chemistry, biology, microbiology).
Experience
None required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Computer skills including excel and word and power point - Proficient
- Strong team player exhibiting flexibility and leadership, ability to work independently – Proficient
- Problem solving – Proficient
- Ability to work independently, without direct supervision – Proficient
- Oral and written communication - Proficient
- Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of personnel, including customers and auditors – Proficient
- Attention to details – Proficient
- Descriptive statistics skills - Basic
- Laboratory instruments (ICP-OES, UV/Vis, FTIR) knowledge - Proficient
- Pharmaceutical & medical device regulatory knowledge - Proficient
- Analytical skills - Proficient
- Able to operate chemistry laboratory equipment - Proficient
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED required
- Associates degree preferred in a science discipline (chemistry, biology, microbiology)
- Computer skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint - Proficient
- Strong team player exhibiting flexibility and leadership, ability to work independently - Proficient
- Problem solving - Proficient
- Ability to work independently, without direct supervision - Proficient
- Oral and written communication - Proficient
- Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of personnel, including customers and auditors - Proficient
- Attention to details - Proficient
- Descriptive statistics skills - Basic
- Laboratory instruments (ICP-OES, UV/Vis, FTIR) knowledge - Proficient
- Pharmaceutical & medical device regulatory knowledge - Proficient
- Analytical skills - Proficient
- Able to operate chemistry laboratory equipment - Proficient
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- DailyPay access
- Healthcare coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- 401(k) plan
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Home insurance discount
- Auto insurance discount
- Pet insurance discount
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
Company overview
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is one of the world's largest global medical technology companies, founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. As a Fortune 500 company, BD specializes in developing, manufacturing, and selling medical devices, instrument systems, and reagents across three primary segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences, and BD Interventional. The company's extensive product portfolio includes medical equipment such as syringes, needles, infusion systems, diagnostic instruments, flow cytometers, and surgical devices. With over 70,000 employees worldwide and operations in virtually every country, BD focuses on advancing healthcare through innovations in medical discovery, diagnostics, and care delivery. The company has a rich history of pioneering medical technologies, including the first insulin injection device, the Vacutainer blood collection system, and numerous safety-engineered medical devices. BD's mission centers on improving clinical therapy for patients and enhancing clinical processes for healthcare providers while addressing global health challenges through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation.