Laboratory Technician - Hourly $27

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Lab Tech Ops I for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in Santa Clara, CA.
Responsibilities :

• Prepare consumable devices for sequencing experiments using wet lab and good manufacturing techniques
• Follow appropriate safety procedures while handling hazardous chemicals such as hydrofluoric acid
• Work in a cleanroom environment while adhering to PPE requirements
• Perform complex and advanced assembly of products according to established specifications and instructions
• Support daily manufacturing operations including troubleshooting and resolving problems with equipment, devices or materials
• Conduct incoming and outgoing product quality testing and record the results.
• Inventory of product components to ensure sufficient supply on production line and replenish materials needed in the production area
• Perform pre-assembly cleaning of all parts as per established cleaning procedure
• Monitor the functioning of all equipment and report any problems or substandard conditions to the supervisor.

Required Skills:

• A.A. or B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience
• Solid wet lab skills and experience
• Strong organizational skills and able to keep lab and materials in order
• Stamina to perform repetitive tasks
• Experience following or developing QC procedures and parameters
• Ability to troubleshoot and conduct failure analysis on failed materials or parts
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent written and electronic record keeping skills
• Experience writing and following SOPs
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Google Suite or Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working in an ISO7 cleanroom, production linee and/or manufacturing facility

Preferred Skills:

• LEAN or 5S Manufacturing experience a plus