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Technician I (Purification - HCO)

Group:

HPLC Core

Shift:

Fri/Sat/Sun 7am-7pm

Purpose statement:

The Technician I (Purification - HCO) performs preparatory work and basic manufacturing functions for the production of oligonucleotide and aides the department with general laboratory maintenance.

Job Specific Essential Functions:

• Maintains accurate and detailed product and instrument records

• Maintains inventory control by performing appropriate transactions

• Complies with the requirements for an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 environment

• Adheres to safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination controls

• Performs lab cleaning and decontamination protocols

• Communicates with all levels of peers and management

• Demonstrates behavior consistent with the Integrated DNA Technologies Core Values

• Performs other duties as assigned

Position Specific Essential Functions:

• Uses purification instruments for customer required purifications.

• Maintains instruments for optimum chromatography.

• Uses front end software for pre-purification QC and sorting of expedited products.

• Uses dry down equipment for customer product as needed.

• Uses lab equipment including limited maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

• Uses custom software packages.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Associate’s degree preferred

Experience:

• Proficiency in a variety of PC software programs with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office required

• Previous laboratory and chemical handling experience preferred

Other Job Qualifications:

• Manages time to achieve the best productivity possible

• Ability to measure and handle materials in safe and accurate manner

• Ability to maintain accuracy with attention to detail

• Ability to use aids and work instructions effectively to perform job functions

• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.

• Adaptability to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances or standards.

• Ability to perform repetitive work or to perform continuously the same work, according to set procedures sequence or pace.

Physical Requirements:

Exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently

What We Offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off Accruals

• 16 Hours PAID Volunteer Time Off

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Up to eight (8) weeks of 100% paid parental leave to eligible U.S. associates

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.

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