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Associate Lab Technician

Collegeville, PA

Job Description

Responsibilities

Location Collegeville, Pennsylvania US Job ID REQ-057081

The Associate Laboratory Technician plays a critical role in maintaining the daily operations of the laboratory. This position ensures that lab spaces are clean, organized, and fully stocked with necessary materials and that equipment is properly maintained and ready for use. The technician supports scientists by preparing materials, managing inventory, and assisting with basic technical tasks.

Key Responsibilities:
* Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, both verbally and in writing.
* Collaborate with team members to complete routine tasks that ensure lab and equipment readiness.
* Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables.
* Prepare and set up equipment and materials for experiments or instructional labs.
* Clean and sterilize glassware, instruments, and workspaces.
* Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
* Receive, label, and store incoming materials.
* Maintain accurate inventory records and report low stock or equipment issues.
* Ensure compliance with lab safety protocols and assist with safety inspections.
* Dispose of chemical and biological waste in accordance with regulations.
* Provide basic troubleshooting support and guidance on equipment use.
* Escalate issues promptly to supervisors.
* Support team goals and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
* Escort and coordinate with vendors visiting lab areas.
* Follow documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for lab tasks.
* Assist with service work orders and coordinate maintenance and service events with scientists and
key personnel.
* Support communication efforts, including posting signs and forwarding relevant emails.


Note: This job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.


Competencies:


Critical Skills:
* Takes ownership of tasks and drives them to completion
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset
* Strong attention to detail required
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).


Basic Qualifications:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
*1-2 years' experience in a customer facing role


Preferred Qualifications:
*2+ years of experience in a scientific or laboratory environment.
*Associate degree or professional certification in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Six Sigma, Business Administration, Supply Chain).
*Basic understanding of GLP/GxP and experience in a compliance-driven environment.
*Familiarity with 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
*Knowledge of chemical handling and safety practices.
*Basic understanding of Occupational Health and Safety standards
*Ability to read and interpret chemical labels and safety signage.
*Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $ 40,000 to $50,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.

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Responsibilities

Location Collegeville, Pennsylvania US Job ID REQ-057081

The Associate Laboratory Technician plays a critical role in maintaining the daily operations of the laboratory. This position ensures that lab spaces are clean, organized, and fully stocked with necessary materials and that equipment is properly maintained and ready for use. The technician supports scientists by preparing materials, managing inventory, and assisting with basic technical tasks.

Key Responsibilities:
* Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, both verbally and in writing.
* Collaborate with team members to complete routine tasks that ensure lab and equipment readiness.
* Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables.
* Prepare and set up equipment and materials for experiments or instructional labs.
* Clean and sterilize glassware, instruments, and workspaces.
* Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
* Receive, label, and store incoming materials.
* Maintain accurate inventory records and report low stock or equipment issues.
* Ensure compliance with lab safety protocols and assist with safety inspections.
* Dispose of chemical and biological waste in accordance with regulations.
* Provide basic troubleshooting support and guidance on equipment use.
* Escalate issues promptly to supervisors.
* Support team goals and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
* Escort and coordinate with vendors visiting lab areas.
* Follow documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for lab tasks.
* Assist with service work orders and coordinate maintenance and service events with scientists and
key personnel.
* Support communication efforts, including posting signs and forwarding relevant emails.


Note: This job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.


Competencies:


Critical Skills:
* Takes ownership of tasks and drives them to completion
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset
* Strong attention to detail required
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).


Basic Qualifications:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
*1-2 years' experience in a customer facing role


Preferred Qualifications:
*2+ years of experience in a scientific or laboratory environment.
*Associate degree or professional certification in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Six Sigma, Business Administration, Supply Chain).
*Basic understanding of GLP/GxP and experience in a compliance-driven environment.
*Familiarity with 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
*Knowledge of chemical handling and safety practices.
*Basic understanding of Occupational Health and Safety standards
*Ability to read and interpret chemical labels and safety signage.
*Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $ 40,000 to $50,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.

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For 85 years, PerkinElmer has pushed the boundaries of science from food to health to the environment. We’ve always pursued science with a clear purpose – to help our customers achieve theirs. Our expert team brings technology and intangibles, like creativity, empathy, diligence, and a spirit of collaboration, in equal measure, to fulfill our customers’ desire to work better, innovate better, and create better. 


PerkinElmer is a leading, global provider of technology and service solutions that help customers measure, quantify, detect, and report in ways that help ensure the quality, safety, and satisfaction of their products.

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