Laboratory Technician Resume Samples (Text format)

• Tested and set up lab equipment and used complex lab machinery and computer programs to conduct tests.
• Collected and interpret data, prepared reports, and reported any health and safety issues.
• Maintained glassware by picking up, cleaning, washing, and sterilizing.
• Ordered, received, and inventoried new glassware as needed.
• Ensured successful testing by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Kept record of the information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
• Resolved problems as they arise by examining and evaluating data.
• Completed projects by assisting the project team and attending and participating in team, department, and all-hands meetings.

Key Achievements

• Tracked and managed 30+ samples a day by using LIMS and made full use of workflow automation features to increase its efficiency by 25%.

• Received, labeled, and analyzed samples (blood, toxic, tissue, etc.)
• Designed and executed laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations, and interpret findings.
• Conducted experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Maintained equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Organized and stored all chemicals substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions
• Recorded all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
• Ensured that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintained a clean and orderly environment

Key Achievements

• Planned and worked on a FIFO reagent storing system that reduced waste by 30%.
• Developed a Total Productive Maintenance regimen which reduced equipment downtime from 3 days per year to zero.