Laboratory Technician

Required Skills & Experience - At least 1 year of experience in a Laboratory setting (school experience okay) - High School Degree (bachelor's highly preferred for conversions) - Strong attention to detail - Knowledge of Laboratory best practices/SOPs Nice to Have Skills & Experience - Medical Device industry experience - Ophthalmic industry experience (working for an Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, etc.) - Experience with internal and external audits through FDA/ISO or other regulatory bodies Job Description An employer in Irvine, CA is seeking a Laboratory Technician. He/she will be responsible for: o Lead activities for daily complaint laboratory workflow and streamlining of testing to ensure timely completion o Verify calibration of equipment is performed daily prior to the start of testing and analysis. o Receipt, documentation and processing of incoming returned product for the complaint handling unit product analysis lab that are rejected by clients of the company/customers of the company/internal inquiries o Measuring parameters of returned lenses, regulations dependent on classification of lenses returned, in adherence with the company's' approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) o Communication to the company's associates in the complaint handling unit regarding products returned for analysis o Obtaining certification on the company's Customer Relations Evaluations Laboratory equipment and re-certification on an annual basis, or as required per company requirements o Calibration, validation and/or maintenance, as required o Responsible for following all company environmental procedures and EHS policies for waste disposal and recycling o Maintain a safe work environment by wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all safety standards while on premises o Responsible for maintaining up to date Training Compliance, Good Laboratory Practices, Biohazard, safety and environmental company policy and procedures