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A Day in the Life

Careers that Change Lives
Medtronic Eatontown, New Jersey, is looking for a Lab Technician II. The person that takes this role will be expected to perform testing in the QC Laboratory in one or more of the Laboratories (Chemistry, Microbiology, and Isolator), with main role in the Isolator Laboratory performing sterility testing using Isolator technology (both half suit and glove port). The Lab Tech II works with other Lab teams members as well as engineers and manufacturing.

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Reconciliation of test samples and distribution among all Laboratories
• Prepares samples for testing according to SOPs
• Ensure cleanliness of the laboratory
• Performs routine water testing
• Performs environmental sample evaluation (EM samples from a ISO 5 cleanroom)
• Performs routine Chemistry testing utilizing instrumentation including balances, thermogravimetric moisture analyzers, AA, and HPLC
• Performs sterility testing utilizing isolator barrier technology
• Performs sample preparation and/or testing in biological safety cabinets or fume hoods.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures such as preparing routine solutions and reagents and performing routine reactions
• Makes and records observations; performs simple calculations; and collects and prepares data for evaluation
• Conducts laboratory support functions such as stocking and distributing supplies and equipment; arranging and dismantling apparatus; and collecting, washing, and storing glassware
• Performs technical and record keeping duties in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements
• Performs technical procedures in the QC Lab

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (BA/BS in Scientific area preferred)
• 2 years of experience required

Nice to Have

• BA/BS in Scientific area
• Experience working in a QC Laboratory
• Aseptic technique
• Experience working with Isolator technology performing sterility testing
• Familiarity with GMP/GDP requirements
• Experience developing, documenting and training process and procedures
• People skills to understand cultural differences, adapts quickly, and collaborates effectively
• Good writing and documentation skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS, MODA, SAP)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to prioritize and execute, with high level of detail, on daily tasks effectively with minimal supervision
• Experience with equipment set-up, cleaning, troubleshooting, calibration and operation

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$42,400.00 - $63,600.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.