Job Description

Operations Support Technician responsibilities include the following:

Uses appropriate software applications to track receipt, storage, use, expiration, disposal, return, and/or archiving of test materials.

Receives, creates IDs, logs-in, and stores materials upon receipt.

Moves or transfers materials from one department to another. Checks materials in and out as requested by study personnel. Maintains proper paperwork.

Maintains clean laboratory conditions, which include, cleaning glassware, emptying broken glassware containers, cleaning lab equipment, etc.

Notifies supervisor of any issues with condition of the samples, labeling, or other problems.

Maintains accurate and legible required documentation.

Performs routine tasks for calibration of balances.

Assists in unloading trucks and storing materials appropriately.

Depending on area of assignment, performs routine homogenization on radioactive and non-radioactive matrices using various equipment including but not limited to the hammermill, Robot Coupes, miter saw, Straub Grinding Mill, etc.; may perform total radioactive residue analyses; may maintain, monitor, and otherwise assist with dilution equipment and preparation; handles regulated materials (quarantined matrices, DEA-controlled, and radiolabeled materials, etc.), potential biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures. 

Performs other related duties as required and directed.