Lab Tech III - Lab Operations Specialist

Lab Tech III - Lab Operations Specialist
Location: Irvine, CA - 100% onsite required
Contract: 1 year - based on performance and business needs
Hourly Bill Rate: $27-30/hr (medical benefits available at a cost)

Spring hiring in the life sciences sector is picking up—and we at Orion Group are excited to be partnering with our global pharmaceutical client on a great laboratory-based opportunity in Irvine, CA - one of the country’s fastest growing biotech hubs.
If you’re a hands-on scientific professional who enjoys working in the lab and supporting cutting-edge research, this could be a fantastic opportunity to grow your experience!

Purpose:

• Sample inventory for stability, development, and GMP testing, including transfers of highly potent compounds, and coordinating compliant shipments between internal and external sites.
• Oversee operation of storage devices and laboratory equipment, conducting GMP and Developmental Inductions, remote monitoring and issuing repair tickets to maintain uninterrupted operations and supporting biosafety compliance.
• Escort third-party vendors during equipment qualification and maintenance and ensure adherence to regulatory and operational standards.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage sample inventory using the SAIS inventory system to support transfer, stability,
  development (R&D), and GMP studies.
• Prepare and coordinate shipments of samples, including highly potent compounds.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external shipping protocols.
• Support storage devices/equipment through submitting tickets to internal departments for GMP and Developmental.
• Conduct regular laboratory walkthroughs to ensure biosafety and coordinate repairs.
• Manage and replenish consumables (CO₂ Supply and LN₂ Supply) to maintain continuous operations.
• Prepare common buffers and media to ensure quality in analytical methods.
• Collect and distribute pipettes as part of equipment readiness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline, plus 5+ years’ experience in the field.
• Familiarity with export-controlled technology requirements
• Hands-on experience with handling and shipment of highly potent compounds
• Demonstrated communication skills in English
• Experience in a cross-functional, global environment, used to work with teams in a highly-matrixed environment

Key Stakeholders:

• Biologics Analytical Research and Developmental Sciences functional management & SMEs.
• Departmental management.

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:

1. Fast Learner
2. Strong Communication Skills
3. Ability to follow directions and learn new procedures quickly
4. Ability to finish tasks on time
5. Ability to be flexible with task priorities

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