Media Prep Technician (2nd Shift)

To perform all daily assignments to support the media needs of our onsite laboratories and the EML lab in Lancaster. The primary responsibilities will be to prepare and sterilize media for microbiological testing. The position will also include washing laboratory glassware, sterilizing microbiological waste, and disposing of waste post sterilization.Media Prep Technician Duties Include but are not Limited to the Following: The Media Prep Technician receives sufficient authority from, and is accountable to, the laboratory supervisor for the successful completion of assigned duties and responsibilities. The Media Prep Technician has the authority to take action necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position, so long as such action, does not deviate from established company guidelines, and is consistent with sound technical and business judgment, and follows the practices of the laboratory.Prepare liquid media and agar for use in Microbiological testing.Operate autoclaves for sterilization of media and waste.Perform routine autoclave maintenance.Operate pH meter and lab balance.Use automatic washers and perform manual washing to clean glassware.Document media preparation, autoclave usage, equipment usage and calibration clearly and accurately in laboratory logbooks.Report all equipment, technical, or workload problems immediately to management.Work during assigned hours and overtime or weekends when requested.Monitor and maintain proper housekeeping in applicable work areas.Adhere to company health and safety policies; including eye protection, lab coats, and hand protection.Demonstrate good laboratory practices (GxP).Follow all company analytical and administrative Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).