Histology Associate (2nd Shift)

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The Position

The Histology Associate (2nd shift) supports the functions of RTD histology laboratories in the performance of routine histotechniques. This is an essential position supporting the organizational goals requiring attendance on weekends holidays and during emergency or exceptional conditions.

The Opportunity:

• Histotechniques (Tissue Sectioning and Staining)

• Demonstrates foundational histotechniques of embedding microtomy coverslipping processing and primary staining.

• Operates laboratory or manufacturing equipment.

• Receives detailed directions on all work. Follows standard operating procedures.

• Monitors and prepares bulk reagents.

• May assist in preparation work for moderately complex techniques under the direction of more senior histology technicians.

• Proactively collaborates with peers and with other functions to ensure targets are achieved.

• Provides suggestions to improve work processes and laboratory equipment.

Quality and Safety

• Maintains Right to Operate and ensure that all processes are performed in a safe and healthy manner; Addresses and escalates any potentially unsafe hazards; Timely reports safety hazards incidents and near misses using safety reporting tools.

• Navigates and understands the quality system and escalate issues.

• Accurately performs tasks in a regulated environment (OSHA NMPA FDA etc.).

• Performs and documents all transactions and production instructions with accuracy related to the proper receipt quarantine storage and disbursement of materials as it relates to FDA OSHA QSR ISO Good Manufacturing Practices and other Roche policies and procedures.

• Recognizes minor issues with raw materials equipment and lab safety escalates as needed.

• Adheres to 95% or above internal training compliance.

Who you are

• You have a High School Diploma or GED

• You have 1 years in direct related histology experience. Experience with foundational histotechniques of embedding microtomy coverslipping processing and primary staining. And experience with laboratory or manufacturing equipment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read analyze and follow Operating Procedures.

• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and laboratory techniques.

• Skilled use of word processing and email.

• Demonstrated experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement.

• Experience with Google products (gMail gSheets gDoc etc) preferred.

• Experience with SAP required.

• Ability to read write and comprehend English.

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to be agile and accurate in a high-volume environment.

• Strong organizational skills planning skills and attention to detail.

Physical conditions and PPE requirements:

• Required to stand walk sit kneel bend crouch for a combined 4 or more hours per day.

• Required to push pull and lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Repetitive consistent movements of the wrists hands and/or fingers.

• Required to have good near visual acuity to perform activities throughout the processes in the assigned area.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

Pay transparency

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson is 43900.00 - 81500.00 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience qualifications geographic location and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

This position also offers an attractive benefits package.

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Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together more than 100000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities foster creativity and keep our ambitions high so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Lets build a healthier future together.