Lab Operations Specialist I

Reference: Posted: Location: Philadelphia, PACompany: Planet Pharma GroupContact: ApplicationsEmail: Responsibilities:
* Maintain equipment inventory, ensuring the information is accurate and updated promptly.
* Regularly evaluate fixed lab equipment (fume hoods, exhaust fans, biosafety cabinet, etc) are functioning properly.
* Manage all laboratory vendor service contracts ensuring that preventative maintenance visits are executed on schedule
* Manage and coordinate timelines across laboratories for certifications and calibrations on critical equipment
* Help resolve and/or coordinate equipment repair visit between the service provider and the laboratory team.
* Review cold storage monitoring software to minimize the risk of freezer failure. Escalate issues internally and troubleshoot as needed.
* Participate in laboratory emergency planning/management – e.g. power outages and infrastructure projects
* Work with all parties involved (technicians, users, IT, and leadership) to ensure that both the equipment and operational needs are met.
* Chaperone technicians from external suppliers and ensure they are adhering to company policies while onsite.
* Oversee delivery logistics by coordinating the receipt of packages, gas deliveries, or installation of laboratory equipment.
* Support the procurement of laboratory consumables and supplies as needed.
* Perform general troubleshooting of laboratory operation issues as they arise.
* Support the development and maintenance of procedures to ensure compliant lab operations.
* Work with lab safety officer to manage the safety systems/compliance and ensure the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is current and available.
* Provide miscellaneous laboratory maintenance tasks as needed e.g. supply stocking, eye wash/safety shower flushing, removal of waste, etcRequired Qualifications:
* A.S. or B.S. in Life Sciences or Facilities Management with management/technical emphasis.
* Minimum 1 year of pharmaceutical, life sciences, or biotech experience in an academic or industry setting.
* Minimum 2 years of experience implementing maintenance and repair programs in a Research & Development (R&D) facility.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with member of cross-functional team
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to solve problems while anticipating the downstream impacts
* Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, clarity, accuracy, and conciseness.Additional Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with project management activities and vendor management preferred
* Experience working within an R&D team while establishing and enforcing best practices in laboratory operations preferred
* Experience training/teaching new employees specific relevant technical and conceptual skills is a plus
* Experience with lab supplies procurementPay ranges between 35-40/hr based on experience