Technician I (Purification - HCO) - Weekday Overnight
Integrated DNA Technologies
IDT is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.
IDT is proud to work alongside a community of nine fellow Danaher Life Sciences companies. Together, we’re pioneering the future of science and medicine, developing products that enable researchers in the fight to save lives.
Job Title: Technician I (Purification - HCO)
Location: Coralville, IA
Shift: Weekday Overnight (Monday - Thursday 9:00pm - 7:00am)
Purpose statement:
The Technician I (Purification - HCO) performs preparatory work and basic manufacturing functions for the production of oligonucleotide and aides the department with general laboratory maintenance.
Job Specific Essential Functions:
Maintains accurate and detailed product and instrument records
Maintains inventory control by performing appropriate transactions
Complies with the requirements for an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 environment
Adheres to safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination controls
Performs lab cleaning and decontamination protocols
Communicates with all levels of peers and management
Demonstrates behavior consistent with the Integrated DNA Technologies Core Values
Performs other duties as assigned
Position Specific Essential Functions:
Uses purification instruments for customer required purifications.
Maintains instruments for optimum chromatography.
Uses front end software for pre-purification QC and sorting of expedited products.
Uses dry down equipment for customer product as needed.
Uses lab equipment including limited maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
Uses custom software packages.
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree preferred
Experience:
Proficiency in a variety of PC software programs with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office required
Previous laboratory and chemical handling experience preferred
Other Job Qualifications:
Manages time to achieve the best productivity possible
Ability to measure and handle materials in safe and accurate manner
Ability to maintain accuracy with attention to detail
Ability to use aids and work instructions effectively to perform job functions
Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergent, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or situation in which working speed and sustained attention are make-or-break aspects of the job.
Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Ability to maintain both a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers.
Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity.
Adaptability to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances or standards.
Ability to perform repetitive work or to perform continuously the same work, according to set procedures sequence or pace.
Physical Requirements:
Exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently
Constant (67%-100% of work day)
Reaching: extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Using Fingers/Grasping/Feeling: writing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm and perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touch.
Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds at normal range; ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sound, such as when auscultating and percussing.
Repetitive Motion: substantial movements (motion) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Frequently (34-66% of work day)
Sitting: to assume a position in which the weight is largely supported by the buttocks, usually with the body vertical and the thighs horizontal.
Standing: maintaining an upright position.
Walking: moving about on foot to accomplish tasks.
Lifting: raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.
Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work- those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Bending: bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist and/or bending leg; bending legs at knee to come to rest or kneel.
Pushing/Pulling: using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward/using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Occasional (33% or less of work day)
Climbing: stairs, stools, ramps, ladders.
Visual Acuity:
Work requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to read pertinent printed material and distinguish colors.
Ability to accurately read measurements on equipment.
Ability to prepare and read written documentation; use of computer.
What We Offer:
Shift Differentials (Extra Compensation for less traditional shifts)
Generous Paid Time Off Accruals
16 Hours PAID Volunteer Time Off
10 Paid Holidays
Up to eight (8) weeks of 100% paid parental leave to eligible U.S. associates
401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.
When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 68,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
Danaher is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and all voices are heard. We believe in our associates and the unique perspectives they bring to every challenge, which is why we’ll empower you to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.
When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
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If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.