À propos de ce poste Laboratory Technician IV chez Medtronic
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A Day in the Life
This position supports microbiology laboratory operations at Rice Creek Central, providing technical expertise across Production, Research and Development, Quality, and Compliance activities. The team performs laboratory testing, sample preparation, data collection, and documentation that support product development, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements.This role is located in Rice Creek Central and is fully onsite. Travel may be required locally.
The Lab Technician IV performs advanced laboratory and technical support activities, including preparing solutions and reagents, conducting laboratory procedures, collecting and documenting data, and maintaining laboratory operations. This role requires a high level of technical knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the ability to perform work in accordance with company quality systems and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
- Prepare routine solutions, reagents, and samples to support laboratory testing and technical procedures.
- Perform laboratory procedures and reactions in accordance with established protocols and quality standards.
- Collect, document, and maintain accurate laboratory data, observations, and records.
- Conduct laboratory support activities including stocking supplies, maintaining equipment, and organizing laboratory workspaces.
- Assemble, arrange, dismantle, clean, and store laboratory apparatus and glassware.
- Analyze compounds and support management of laboratory or corporate compound collections, as applicable.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Support Production, Research and Development, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Environmental activities through technical laboratory expertise.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 8+ years of laboratory, manufacturing, quality, research, or related technical experience.
Nice to Have
- Experience performing microbiology laboratory procedures, sample preparation, or testing activities.
- Experience performing microbiology testing including bacterial endotoxin testing, bioburden and sterility testing, environmental monitoring, and microbial characterization and identification.
- Experience maintaining technical documentation and laboratory records.
- Experience working within quality systems and following established procedures and standards.
- Vocational training, technical certification, or laboratory-related certification.
- Experience supporting medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience with laboratory inventory management, equipment maintenance, or compound management activities.
- Experience supporting Research and Development, Quality, Compliance, or Production laboratory functions.
- Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), or similar regulated quality requirements.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
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Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
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