Laboratory Associate III

Hygiena provides rapid microbiology diagnostic tests and solutions for mission-critical, time-sensitive processes around the world. Hygiena’s proprietary diagnostic technologies enable customers to; prevent illness and save lives, comply with regulations, protect products and brands, run businesses more effectively. Solutions are sold in a wide range of industries globally, but the core focus is food safety. Headquartered in Camarillo, California and with offices around the world, we are actively looking for talented individuals to help grow the business!

At Hygiena we believe:* In providing the highest quality products & service

• Being a leader in innovation
  
• Having a compelling desire to improve and win in the marketplace
  
• In contributing positively not only in the workplace, but in our community and environment!
  

With rapid growth comes opportunity. We are looking for a Laboratory Associate III for our Reagent team to join our team in Camarillo!

The Laboratory Associate III - Molecular Diagnostics Reagent position is responsible for reagent solution manufacturing, in-process testing, reagent sample collection for in-process testing, product issue investigation, assisting other departments upon request and collaborating with Research and Development (R&D) and Production to ensure all products meet product specifications. This is a full-time, non-exempt/hourly, position.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Engineering, Quality and Production during filling process as required. Prepare and deliver reagent solutions to filling rooms in the morning and throughout the day as needed.
  
• Prepare and protect reagent solutions as required to ensure product integrity and quality from start to finish of the manufacturing process including filling process. Continually checks chemical availability ahead of scheduled manufacturing including availability of other supplies and equipment. Prepare and coordinate the preparation and handling of special equipment required for special medias. Maintain all documentation in order, ensures written information is legible and recorded as part of the manufacturing process as required and required forms are completed as part of the SOP.
  
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment in the working laboratory and other work areas required for product manufacturing, including the sterilization and cleaning of all equipment. Perform pre-inspection of equipment to ensure equipment is properly clean and has been sterilized, correctly by careful review of sterilization print out. Maintain required equipment in good working order and verifies equipment is calibrated.
  
• Participate in special projects required to ensure product quality and promote continuous process improvements. Evaluate and validate new chemical vendors for many of the chemicals used in reagent manufacturing. Collaborate with R&D to resolve product issues and recommend alternative viable solutions.
  
• Provide training and guidance to new hires as needed. Answer questions and provide assistance upon request to other departments.
  
• Responsible for the review of SOP�s, make changes as needed and submit changes for review, approval and implementation.
  
• Work closely with other team members to find and make process improvements.
  
• Work closely with new team members to provide guidance and training as needed.
  
• Work closely with supervisor and provide ongoing reports and recommendations to team supervisor.
  
• Serve as back-up to supervisor as needed, provide guidance and support to team members and escalate any issue appropriately and timely. Assist supervisor with chemical consumption per reagent product, entry of finished reagent products into Navision and manage schedule workload.
  
• Ensure compliance with and/or follows all organizational systems, programs, training, policies, and procedures as required and complies with relevant legal mandates. Seek guidance as necessary.
  
• Actively support and participate in the safety program, both for self-protection and the protection of other employees, by reading and abiding by all requirements in the Safety Manual and Injury Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
  
• Carry out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.
  
• Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
  
• Handle various other duties as delegated by the supervisor or Manager
  

Qualifications:* Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field, or equivalent education and work experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment, required.

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment required that includes the following: knowledge of cGMP; aseptic technique.
  
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat required.
  

Salary Range (applicable to California):

$28.00/ hr.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
  
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgement.
  
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
  
• Must be able to pay close attention to details.
  
• Must be able to adapt and adjust to a constant changing environment.
  

Why you’ll want to join our team:Teamwork as a core value.

At Hygiena, our emphasis on teamwork and cross-functional communication enables us to build stronger bonds within our business.

Be a part of something big.

Hygiena plays a critical role in helping to prevent global health crisis such as foodborne illness, healthcare-associated infections, and other outbreaks.

Giving back to our communities.

Hygiena believes in giving back by supporting local organizations committed to improving the lives of children and youth in our communities.

Benefits and Perks* 15 days of PTO & 9 paid company holidays
Medical with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st* of the month after start date
Company paid Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and an Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k) with Safe Harbor and Profit-Sharing employer contributions
  
• Tuition Reimbursement program
  
• Charitable Contribution matching
  
• Employee Referral bonus opportunities
  

State paid short-term disability for California based employees*

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Hygiena participates in E-Verify.