Lead Serology Technician (Day Shift)

Antech•Fountain Valley, CA

2d•$29•Onsite

About The Position

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs. Work Shift: Start time 5am Wednesday-Sunday (flexibility required) The Target Pay for this position is $28.70 an hour. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget. Job Purpose/Overview The Serology Lead Technician assists in the supervision of day-to-day activities within the laboratory unit/group/area/department

Requirements

High school or equivalent required, bachelor's degree in science preferred.
Prior lab experience preferred
Training and teaching skills and ability
Proven leadership, motivational and mediating abilities
Ability to organize, prioritize and direct work activities
Proficiency in all testing and services for training personnel, including setting up, reading, and releasing test results and troubleshooting equipment.
Reasoning and analytical skills to resolve issues
Solid communication skills- written and verbal
Proficiency in the English language which allows for participation in team meetings, accurate entry of data into company systems and understanding of written direction
Attention to detail and organized with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Positive, can-do attitude
General personal computer skills
Stationary Position- must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 2 hours
Constantly operates a computer and other lab equipment accurately and efficiently.
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
Required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
The ability to observe details at close range
Laboratory environments with potential biohazards present that are mitigated by the mandatory use of PPE
Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision.

Responsibilities

Assists in the supervision of department staff, monitoring activities and evaluating performance
Provides coaching and guidance to staff and oversees staff training and development
Provides input to department policies and procedures
Aids in leading work activities of the department, planning and organizing work, providing adequate staffing and resources, and maintaining work on schedule so that ongoing customer satisfaction is maintained.
Perform routine testing
Contributes to maintenance of department diagnostic equipment and other technical resources
Handles rechecks and verifications within the department.
Meets daily production requirements including TAT
Resolve pending list
Reports any technical problems to the supervisor
Maintain organization of storage refrigerator
Maintain and ensure all equipment is operational
Perform duties of the supervisor in their absence
Follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures.
Maintains clean and organized work area.
Restocks supplies as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization.
Every Associate is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards.