Job Information
Actalent Associate Scientific Services Support in San Diego, California
Description:
Key Responsibilities
Pick up and deliver glassware biologically contaminated reusable glassware and plastic ware.
Observe the established procedures for the handling and transporting of glassware and contaminated items.
Undertake specialist cleaning tasks e.g. autoclaving ultrasonic cleaning and potential for pipette processing as part of an agreed periodic routine
Operate autoclaves for decontamination or sanitization.
Operate glassware washers dry heat sterilizers ultrasonic baths and incubators.
Maintain temperature chart recorders / equipment forms and use proper documentation.
Perform routine inspections/checks on glasswash and autoclave equipment
Prepare items for sanitization including glassware caps and related articles employing procedural steps during the process.
Inspect glassware for cleanliness and structural defects.
Routinely checks inventory of glassware notifying Lead of deficiencies.
Provide housekeeping of glassware processing areas.
Follow all procedures in performing all aspects of glassware processing.
Perform monthly de-scale and challenging of biological indicators.
Use Good Documentation Practices GDP for all paperwork.
Observe all safety precautions and is proactive in raising safety concerns.
Complete all required trainings in a timely manner.
This role will work closely with other teams to seamlessly deliver lab support services.
Will be required to cross-train and back-up other lab support areas as needed.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Demonstrates appropriate use of relevant equipment after training.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous glass wash experience preferred.
Physical Demands
Ability to sit or stand 2-3 hours in laboratory areas.
Walk 2-3 hours within a facility and walk outside to multiple buildings on campus.
Reach above/below the shoulder bend at the knees and waist.
Lift up to 25 lbs.
Office work activities including keyboard with fingers/hands/arms up to 4 hours.
Work around moving laboratory equipment and machinery.
Use of personal protective equipment in laboratory.
Work with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens.
Working Environment
Must be able to work in a laboratory controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment.
Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high.
Employee maybe required to manage hazardous wastes in compliance with company procedures State/Federal/Local hazardous waste regulations. Duties may include: Identifying handling generating accumulating storing labeling.
Ensure safety security and the environment in all aspect of the daily activities and any potential safety hazards are addressed and corrected immediately.
Understand ergonomic relationship between people equipment and working environment.
Skills:
Glasswear, autoclaving, ultrasonic cleaning, pipetting
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
• Pick up and deliver glassware, biologically contaminated reusable glassware, and plastic ware.
• Observe the established procedures for the handling and transporting of glassware and contaminated items.
• Undertake specialist cleaning tasks, e.g. autoclaving, ultrasonic cleaning, and potential for pipette processing as part of an agreed periodic routine
• Operate autoclaves for decontamination or sanitization.
• Operate glassware washers, dry heat sterilizers, ultrasonic baths, and incubators.
• Maintain temperature chart recorders / equipment forms and use proper documentation.
• Perform routine inspections/checks on glasswash and autoclave equipment
• Prepare items for sanitization including glassware, caps and related articles, employing procedural steps during the process.
• Inspect glassware for cleanliness and structural defects.
• Routinely checks inventory of glassware, notifying Lead of deficiencies.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.