Job Description Summary

Summary:
The Quality Laboratory Technician is responsible to the Laboratory Supervisor and/or Group Leader for applying scientific principles to assigned tasks, maintaining lab supplies, and following specific preparation labels to make various DCM media. Running various lab equipment such as pH meters, scales and autoclaves. Working independently and as a team to complete daily prep tasks.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

General Duties:
Check ROH availability and order as necessary, 
(peptone; dyes, & chemicals etc)

• Maintain inventory control of reagents, supplements  

• Provide support with inventory control of reference standards 

• Bio-hazardous Waste handling 

• Prepare various types of Media – Agars & Broths 

• Maintain inventory of prep area lab supplies – tubes, glassware, sample containers, weigh boats, pipettes, etc. 

• Pull materials to be weighed – staging 

• Wash glassware 

• Run Autoclaves and pH meters – daily and monthly logs

• Communicate with Supervisor for equipment/product issues

• Follow prep sheets for exact weighing and preparing of media

• Monthly water bath maintenance maintains stock media and Water blanks 

• Keep Prep lab GMP compliant and audit ready - Maintain a clean lab environment

• Cooking media on burners

• Ability to follow detail-oriented tasks in a timely manner

• Able to organize and prioritize daily workload

• Have working laboratory knowledge 

• Following proper PPE, aseptic technique and safety requirements

• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge / skills:

Full time on-site lab position

• Must be able to work independently and as part

• of a team

• Problem solving abilities within a fast-paced environment

• Must follow written and verbal communication and be

• able to communicate effectively with others.

• Must have good organizational skills and be able to multi-task.

• Must be capable of thinking independently and have a great attention to detail.

• Capable of math and computer skills

• Operates under minimal supervision and schedules own

• work within the team.

• Communicates well with others - questions to be referred to Microbiologists, Group Leaders and/or Supervisor

• Must be able to handle a fast-paced work environment and be on your feet most of the day as well as able to lift around 10lbs or so for inventory maintenance.

Education:

• Associates degree or BS in related field preferred.

• Typical degree in Biological Sciences and/or Microbiology.

• No experience required.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 39 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$22.70 - $35.20