Entry Level Lab Tech

Employment Type: 1-Year Contract with Potential for Full-Time Employment
Pay Range:$18–$21 per hour, depending on experience
Location: Irvine, CA — Applicants must reside in Orange County
Experience Level: Entry-Level | Training Provided

Are you interested in contributing to innovative medical technologies that improve patient care? Bridge Med Solutions, Inc. is an Irvine-based contract manufacturer specializing in tissue-based heart valve technology and custom transcatheter valve manufacturing for various clients.

As a privately owned company operating in an ISO- and FDA-regulated environment, we are committed to quality, precision, and the development of innovative medical devices.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Cleanroom Lab Technician to join our team. This hands-on position involves processing biological tissue, including bovine pericardium, in a controlled cleanroom environment. Responsibilities include tissue cleaning, precision laser cutting, inspection, and other manufacturing activities supporting medical device production.

This is a one-year contract position with the potential for full-time employment based on satisfactory performance and company needs
. On-the-job training will be provided. Previous tissue-processing experience is not required.

• Clean, prepare, process, and inspect bovine pericardial tissue in a controlled cleanroom environment.
• Operate laser-cutting equipment to perform precise tissue cutting according to established procedures and specifications.
• Handle, transfer, and process biological tissue carefully to maintain product integrity and prevent contamination.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and applicable cleanroom protocols.
• Operate basic manufacturing, testing, and inspection equipment according to approved work instructions.
• Perform visual inspections and accurately document manufacturing and quality-control activities.
• Assist with product labeling, packaging, printing, and preparation for shipment, as assigned.
• Safely handle equipment, tools, fixtures, and approved chemicals in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area.
• Communicate production status, work progress, and quality or process concerns to supervisors promptly.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement.
• Comply with company policies, quality system requirements, and applicable regulatory procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or technical training is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform precise, repetitive tasks.
• Ability to follow written procedures, detailed instructions, and established protocols.
• Ability to work carefully and consistently in a controlled cleanroom environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and willing to learn new processes and techniques.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and production requirements.
• Basic English reading, writing, and comprehension skills sufficient to understand work instructions and complete required documentation.
• Manufacturing, laboratory, cleanroom, or production experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided.

• Ability to work in a controlled cleanroom environment and follow required gowning and hygiene procedures.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform detailed work using magnifying lenses or microscopes.
• Sufficient visual acuity, with corrective lenses if needed, to inspect tissue and perform precision cutting tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements and maintain steady hand control during detailed work.

• Pay:$18–$21 per hour, depending on experience.
• Contract Duration: One year.
• Full-Time Employment Opportunity: Upon completion of the one-year contract, the employee may be considered for a regular full-time position based on satisfactory job performance, attendance, adherence to quality and safety procedures, and company needs.