Coordinate with Ford Land to ensure all laboratory and facility equipment is tracked in Maximo
Maintenance record keeping
Equipment reference list
Vendor relationships
Lab Facilities, Equipment, and Capital Planning/Acquisition
Attend initial project review meetings to understand scope and scale
Work order management on smaller projects
Placarding, protag, EPCL verification for all projects
RIC Laboratory Chemical Tracking
Fill requests for stocked chemicals within RIC Labs
Fill requests for newly received chemicals
Restock and dispose of unwanted chemicals
Update and maintain the chemical inventory system
Asset Management Support
Assist with physical asset tagging of company assets over $250k
Coordinate asset disposals
Assist finance with yearly asset verifications
General Business Office Department Support
Support Business Continuity Plan (BCP), including verification of lab list
Storage at RIC
Oversee Bay Logistics Storage Processes
Skills Required:
Laboratory Equipment: operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of common laboratory equipment. Familiarity with specialized equipment relevant to the specific lab (this will vary greatly).
Chemical Handling: Knowledge of safe chemical handling practices, storage, and disposal procedures. Experience with chemical inventory management systems.
Asset Management: Understanding of asset tracking, maintenance scheduling, and depreciation. Experience with asset management software or databases is a plus.
Facility Maintenance: Basic knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and their role in maintaining a safe and functional lab environment.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel for data analysis and reporting), and potential experience with AutoCAD for drafting laboratory design layouts.
Soft Skills:
Organization and Time Management: Essential for multiple responsibilities, meeting deadlines, and ensuring smooth lab operations.
Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment or facility issues.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with researchers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: Critical for maintaining accurate records, following safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with researchers, lab managers, and other support staff to maintain a productive and safe working environment.
Experience Required:
1-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting, ideally with exposure to equipment maintenance or facilities support.
Education Required:
A bachelor's degree in a scientific field (Biology, Chemistry, Engineering) would be a strong asset, demonstrating a fundamental understanding of lab environments.
Alternatively, an associate's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biotechnology, Chemical Technology) combined with relevant work experience would also be suitable.