ASTM Lab Technician
Bureau Veritas
Stafford, TX
Description
Skills:
Attributes:
Computer Skills:
- Accurately follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).
Attributes:
- Positive outlook with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good time-management, communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills.
- Works both independently and as part of a team.
- Detail orientated and record keeping skills.
- Learns quickly.
- Adapts to a changing environment.
Computer Skills:
- Excellent computer skills.
- Basic understanding of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- microbiology knowledge
- understanding of AOAC, FDA methods
- attention to detail
- time management
- team player
- adaptable to change
Summary:
Duties:
- Results orientated to produce high quality defensible analytical data, safely and on time by following applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
- Performs sample preparation and provides general support in the analysis of samples.
- Performs basic / advanced sample preparation. May also perform basic sample analyses.
- Coordinates the priority organization and flow of samples and/or materials.
- Gains full knowledge with respect to performing analytical procedures and related quality control techniques.
- Participates in building a strong team of analytical professionals.
Duties:
- Adheres to company Code of Ethics Policy.
- Supports and complies with all Maxxam policies, Quality System and Health & Safety program.
- Performs basic testing procedures.
- Performs sample preparation and procedures prior to analyses.
- Recording of results in logbooks and on FCDs. Data entry into LIMS may also be required.
- Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs) when conducting any laboratory work or procedure.
- Ensures a high level of accuracy in sample prep and analysis.
- Employs proper laboratory techniques to minimize risk of mislabelling, sample mix-up and cross contamination between samples and other materials.
- Prioritizes daily workload based on sample and client requirement.
- Provides Supervisor/Manager with updates on workstation status including advance notification of any delays.
- Understands analysis procedures and problem solves issues.
- Identifies any non-routine samples and seeks guidance on procedures for handling.
- Identifies and communicates non-conformances to Supervisor.
- Maintains training records and relevant qualifications.
- Meets quality and TAT specifications required by the client and ensure samples are analyzed within holding time requirements.
- Keeps work area clean, neat and organized.
- Participates, when requested in Department and Health & Safety meetings.
- Participates, when requested in internal and external audits.
- Provides training, technical expertise and mentoring to junior staff.
- Proactive in ensuring that consumable supplies are available in the lab.
- Ensures that instruments and equipment are appropriately maintained.
- All other responsibilities as assigned.