Laboratory Production Assistant

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Entry-level lab assistant position that prepares materials needed for MBI diagnostic products as requested by multiple departments. Responsibilities are to make media or buffers; clean and sterilize labware; decontaminate and dispose of biohazard materials; maintain accuracy of inventory and controlling access to chemicals and components in the diagnostic manufacturing locations; receive components to controlled locations and issue materials to the appropriate work order, ensure inventory is accurate and updated in a timely and efficient manner.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Perform production area clean-up and sanitization.
• Assure the proper use of required equipment including but not limited to glassware washers, autoclave, dryers, balances, and fume hoods.
• Preparation of buffers, media and other laboratory solutions as required.
• Perform decontamination and disposal of biohazard waste.
• Maintain complete, thorough, and up-to-date records and documentation.
• Understand and apply current SOPs, GMPs, QSRs.
• Adhere to safety requirements and report potential safety hazards or quality issues.
• Weigh and transfer components to specified personnel.
• Monitor and requisition of raw materials and supplies required to meet production schedules.
• Conduct cycle counts on an as needed basis.
• Assure the proper use, cleaning, sanitization, maintenance, validation, calibration and certification of required equipment as appropriate.
• Ensure transactions are completed in a timely manner using INFOR / ERP software.
• Recognize, evaluate, recommend, and implement (with approval) ways to improve procedures and products.
• Work required, sometimes atypical, hours to meet production needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties/Physical Requirements

• Aseptic technique, general laboratory techniques, and Metric system knowledge preferred.
• Must have basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must have basic math skills and be able to perform arithmetic calculations.
• Comply with all OSHA and Quality system requirements.
• Excellent documentation skills as required by cGMPs for production procedures (accurate, timely, complete).
• Ability to read, understand and follow all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines.
• Must be a self-starter, detail-oriented, organized, have the ability to meet strict deadlines and able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers in a cross-functional setting.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, troubleshooting and analyzing skills.
• Ability to read and understand Bill of Materials.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.
• Must be able to work additional hours outside the normal workday (including evenings and weekends to support production efforts as needed).
• Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs throughout the workday in a multi-location facility.
• Ability to lift on a daily basis up to 20 lbs. of supplies or finished product.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (lab coat, safety glasses/face shields, hair net, latex or nitrile gloves, respirator, etc. when needed).
• Willing to work with hazardous chemicals and biologicals with proper protective equipment.
• Must be able to adhere to applicable bio-safety practices.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time, stoop, reach, push and pull carts throughout the course of the work shift.

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing or laboratory environment is desired.

Competencies required or preferred:

• Basic math skills required.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Aseptic technique preferred.

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. (USA Only)*