Tech Support Lab Technician II

Werfen is a growing family-owned innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona Spain.

We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis Acute Care Diagnostics Transfusion Autoimmunity and Transplant. We operate directly in 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors.

Our Headquarters are in Barcelona Spain and our Technology Centers are located in the United States and Europe. Worldwide sales exceeded 2.2 billion in 2024 and our workforce is more than 7000 strong.

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction of the immediate supervisor the Lab Technician II participates in the execution

of laboratory experiments following quality safety and environmental rules. He/She performs

a variety of tasks prepares materials reagents and equipment runs laboratory tests and

procedures for which he/she has been adequately trained compiles data and may collaborate

in the selection of appropriate experimental and analytical methods. He/She performs routine

equipment and laboratory maintenance.

Key Accountabilities

Must be capable of performing all duties required of a Lab Technician I.

Must demonstrate good understanding of laboratory procedures and methods that are

applicable to this position.

Conducts the activities associated with laboratory procedures as required by his/her

supervisor.

Performs laboratory tests and experiments and periodically communicates results

problems and progress to his/her supervisor.

Compiles experimental data and performs calculations to present and discuss them to

his/her supervisor.

May collaborate in the selection of appropriate experimental and analytical methods.

Supports the training of newcomers and ensures that they obtain adequate knowledge

regarding procedures and laboratory protocols.

Maintains electronic or paper laboratory notebook making sure that all data is accurately

recorded in accordance with guidelines and procedures.

Sets up and operates a variety of general and specialized laboratory equipment.

Initiates purchase requisitions for laboratory supplies as needed according to established

procedures.

Keep that the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced.

Schedules own tasks and activities in accordance with assignments and priorities.

Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice

and procedures.

Follows strict laboratory quality safety and environmental procedures according to

regulations in place.

Participates in activities related to continuous improvement 5S and Lean Six-Sigma.

Networking/Key relationships

To be determined based on department needs to include interactions such as:

Mainly with R&D Quality and Operations colleagues

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

Education:

o Required: Ciclo Formativo de Grado Medio in Science or Health-related field

completed with experience in chemical biological or health-related laboratory

o Degree may be substituted by relevant skills and work experience

o Valuable: Any additional degree higher than that required in the previous section

Experience:

o 3 years experience as lab technician either at Biokit or outsite

o Depending on the type of laboratory to which the technician is going to be placed

specific experience may be required in topics like: cell culture molecular biology

biochemistry lab automation clinical analyzers

Additional Skills/Knowledge:

o Software: Fluency in Office Tools (Excel & Word) Valuable Basic knowledge in

SAP

o Language: Fluency in Spanish or Catalan. Basic knowledge of English (reading and

speaking)

Skills & Capabilities:

The ideal candidate for this position will exhibit the following skills and competencies:

o Ability to maintain calibrate and use technical equipment with accuracy

o Flexibility in order to work with and provide support for a number of people

o Teamwork

o Attention to detail

o Oral and written communication skills

o Reflects values of Werfen and Biokit in the quality of work and working relationship

Travel requirements:

- Sporadic travel or short-term assignment to an external lab may be required