Calibration Laboratory Technician I

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Position Overview

The Calibration Lab Technician I is responsible for performing calibration, maintenance, and repair on a variety of equipment sent into the calibration lab (e.g., pipettes (single & multi-channel), bottle top dispensers, load cells, masses, timers, temperature measuring equipment, etc.). This role will demonstrate a high level of organization, the ability to multitask and build trust with internal and external customers.

Essential Duties

include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform calibrations and adjustments in accordance with approved standard procedures.
• Clean, repair, and calibrate pipetting devices.
• Document the calibration and preparation of calibration reports.
• Maintain equipment data in a CMMS database.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and parts inventory.
• Ability to frequently and accurately communicate with employees, customers, and vendors in person, via the telephone, or by email.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail necessary in a GMP regulated environment.
• Ability to work effectively in team situations as well as independently.
• Ability to interact, coordinate, and communicate effectively with internal staff and external vendors.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work using constant walking or motion to coordinate work and interact with co-workers.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 50% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment including pipettes and balances for extended periods of time.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high-speed centrifugation.
• Ability and means to travel between local Exact Sciences locations.
• Ability to travel 10% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Molecular Biology, or related field; or Associate's degree and 2 years of relevant experience as outlined in the essential duties; or high school degree/general education diploma (GED) and 4 years of maintenance, repair, calibration of equipment or relevant experience as outlined in the essential duties in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
• 1+ years of experience in any of the following:
  • Pipette calibration
  • Calibration, maintenance, and/or repair of equipment in a biotech manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with equipment qualification.
• Experience in pipette calibration and repair.
• Experience working in a regulated environment, specifically under FDA, ISO, CAP and/or CLIA
• Knowledge of ISO 17025:2005 and 21 CFR Part 820 requirements related to inspection, measuring, and test equipment.

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Salary Range:
$46,000.00 - $73,000.00

The annual base salary shown is for this position located in US - CA - San Diego on a full-time basis. In addition, this position is bonus eligible, and is eligible to receive company stock upon hire as well as annually.

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

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