Processing Technician

Description: Summary: Work with your hands as part of a production team producing high quality in vitro plants for high quantity production of tissue culture plants. Use surgical tools in a laminar floor hood to cut small plants to specification and place into new containers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Use surgical tools (primarily scalpel and forceps) to cut and stick plant tissue into media using proper aseptic technique Follow strict specifications for processing over 100 genus types Fill orders of various quantity in a timely manner Maintain a clean workstation Complete individual tasks to help maintain workflow and cleanliness of the lab facility Participate in daily stretches and team meetings Communicate effectively with coworkers Report to Team Lead with plant quality or process issues Other duties may be assigned as needed by the Team Lead and Director Requirements: Safety: Understand and follow safety standards when handling chemicals, tools, and heat extensively Dexterity: Able to work quickly and precisely with small hand tools Able to sit and work alone for long periods of time Attention to Ergonomics Follows directions well Adaptability and open to learning Attention to detail