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Technician II Labs

102 W. Front St., Suite 200, Traverse City, MI 49684

First seen by offpeak October 20, 2026

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The Laboratory Technician II provides hands-on bench and operational support that keeps analytical testing moving accurately and on time. This role handles sample receipt and preparation, glassware and consumable readiness, reagent and media support, and routine instrument upkeep — the foundational work that every analytical result depends on.

Building on the fundamentals of a Technician I, the Technician II executes routine tasks independently an takes on more varied and non-routine work with guidance. This role sits at the front end of the test workflow, where careful technique, accurate documentation, and reliable follow-through directly affect turnaround time and data quality.
We are looking for someone dependable and detail-oriented who takes pride in doing careful work, keeps the lab organized and stocked, and communicates clearly when something isn't right — a steady contributor the bench team can count on.

1. Sample Handling & Preparation
• Receive, log, label, and store incoming samples accurately and in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform routine sample preparation — weighing, dilution, extraction, filtration — following procedures precisely.
• Maintain proper sample chain-of-custody, storage conditions, and traceability throughout the workflow.
 

2. Bench & Laboratory Support
• Clean, prepare, and stage glassware, labware, reagents, and consumables so the bench is ready for testing.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and media following documented procedures, with accurate labeling and recordkeeping.
• Maintain organized, stocked, and audit-ready work areas consistent with good laboratory practice and safety expectation
 

3. Documentation & Compliance
• Record all work accurately in laboratory notebooks, prep records, and LIMS, following documentation standards.
• Follow SOPs and safety procedures consistently, and complete assigned tasks in compliance with quality requirements.
• Flag discrepancies, shortages, or unexpected results to a Lead Technician or Supervisor promptly

4. Instrument & Equipment Support
• Perform routine cleaning, basic upkeep, and readiness checks on lab equipment under guidance.
• Monitor reagent, solvent, and consumable inventories and flag items for reorder
 

5. Collaboration & Development
• Support the bench team with coverage and shared tasks during high-volume periods.
• Build technique and knowledge through on-the-job training, and apply feedback from senior staff
• Perform additional duties as the role develops or as directed by the Supervisor or Lead.

 

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• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a closely related science discipline.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of laboratory, technical, or equivalent hands-on experience, or comparable Technician I experience.
• Demonstrated ability to follow written procedures precisely and maintain accurate record
• Careful manual technique and comfort with basic lab equipment (balances, pipettes, glassware
• Ability to work on-site, follow safety protocols, and handle the physical demands of bench work.
 

Preferred
• Prior experience in a contract, regulated, or accredited laboratory environment.
• Exposure to LIMS or electronic laboratory documentation tool
• Familiarity with GLP, SOP-driven workflows, or ISO/IEC 17025 environment
• Experience with natural product matrices — dietary supplements, botanicals, food and beverage, or ingredients