Laboratory Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. BD scores A on the Alion truth index.
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
General Duties:
- Check ROH availability and order as necessary, (peptone; dyes, & chemicals etc)
- Maintain inventory control of reagents, supplements
- Provide support with inventory control of reference standards
- Bio-hazardous Waste handling
- Prepare various types of Media - Agars & Broths
- Maintain inventory of prep area lab supplies - tubes, glassware, sample containers, weigh boats, pipettes, etc.
- Pull materials to be weighed - staging
- Wash glassware
- Run Autoclaves and pH meters - daily and monthly logs
- Communicate with Supervisor for equipment/product issues
- Follow prep sheets for exact weighing and preparing of media
- Monthly water bath maintenance maintain stock media and Water blanks
- Keep Prep lab GMP compliant and audit ready - Maintain a clean lab environment
- Cooking media on burners
- Ability to follow detail-oriented tasks in a timely manner
- Able to organize and prioritize daily workload
- Have working laboratory knowledge
- Following proper PPE, aseptic technique and safety requirements
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge / skills:
- Full time on-site lab position
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Problem solving abilities within a fast-paced environment
- Must follow written and verbal communication and be able to communicate effectively with others.
- Must have good organizational skills and be able to multi-task.
- Must be capable of thinking independently and have a great attention to detail.
- Capable of math and computer skills
- Operates under minimal supervision and schedules own work within the team.
- Communicates well with others - questions to be referred to Microbiologists, Group Leaders and/or Supervisor
- Must be able to handle a fast-paced work environment and be on your feet most of the day as well as able to lift around 10lbs or so for inventory maintenance.
Education:
- Associates degree or BS in related field preferred.
- Typical degree in Biological Sciences and/or Microbiology.
- Lab experience preferred.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Primary Work Location
USA MD - Sparks - 39 Loveton CircleAdditional Locations
Work Shift
PR 700am-330pm M-F (United States of America)At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.
Benefits may include:
Health & Well-being: Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.
Retirement & Financial Well-being: 401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.
Work-Life Balance & Family Support: Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.
Leave Programs: Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.
Additional details regarding benefits and well-being programs can be found in Our Commitment to You.
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
Salary Range Information
$22.80 - $36.40 USD Hourly