Laboratory Technician

must be clean shaved able to pull 50 pounds

MUST HAVE CONTAINER CLEANING EXPERIENCE. If this is not listed on the resume, the candidate will be rejected

Safety is the most important. Being able to read a safety data sheet.

The Research technician will be a part of the M4

Ward™ Team in Carlsbad supporting the experimental products M4

Ward™program. The M4

Ward team works closely with the R&D, Production, Quality Control and Engineering teams.

• Emptying and inspecting chemical containers.
• Cleaning various containers, valves, and parts that have previously held chemicals.
• Support and help maintain a current chemical inventory.
• Maintain a clean and efficient lab environment by supporting 6S (continuous improvement).

• Wearing full face air-purifying respirator, chemical resistant apron, and other PPE.
• Lifting to 50 pounds.
• Standing, sitting, or walking for up to 8 hours.
• Raising arms up to and possibly above 90-degree angle.

• High school Diploma or GED with 5+ years experience
• Associates Degree (Chemistry or related fields) with 1-3 years experience
• Bachelors (Chemistry or related science) with 1-year experience

• Prior chemistry lab experience handling organics materials, inorganic materials, acids and bases.
• Experience with safely handling and moving containers, potentially weighing up to 50 pounds, and removing chemical other material in the container.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets and technical drawings.
• A very strong emphasis and focus on safety, attention to detail, and quality.
• Experience in working in a glovebox, chemical fume hoods, and acid sinks.
• Strong communicator both written verbal and written.