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Performs a wide variety of tasks and makes observations, analyze calibration data and interpret results. Maintains laboratory equipment and inventory levels for laboratory supplies. Performs limited troubleshooting and calibration of instruments. May perform glass washing. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Picking up glass and plastic ware from manufacturing, QC and R&D labs.
- Maintain and organize dishwashing, and storage rooms.
- Daily, weekly, monthly and as-needed logging of various information on data sheets.
- Maintain sufficient and accurate inventory of lab supplies.
- Maintain overall cleanliness in areas of responsibility.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with both internal and external personnel.
- Perform or coordinate routine maintenance and calibration on laboratory equipment.
- Assist with equipment maintenance according to laboratory procedures; Maintain equipment logs and records as assigned.
- Perform daily temperature checks as assigned, and temperature logs and records as assigned.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance and cleaning of various equipment.
- Assist other lab support scientist when required.
- Organize and maintain, as needed, filing system of hard copy materials related to lab supplies, equipment and metrology activities.
Responsibilities:
- Typically requires a minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience.
- Develops job knowledge and skills.
- Applies company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature.
- Recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
- Follows established procedures on routine work and requires instructions only on new assignments.
Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.
The estimated base hourly range for the Lab Aide 2 role based in the United States of America is: $19.42 - $29.13. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to
genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in
genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.