Lab Operations Technician

Overview

Support the daily operations of dynamic R&D laboratory environments by ensuring logistics, equipment, and facilities run seamlessly. This hands-on, generalist position maintains lab functionality through robust coordination, equipment management, and diligent execution of operational tasks across multiple labs, including those with mechanical, electronics, audio, and chemical focuses.

Responsibilities

• Ship, receive, pack, and transport equipment, devices, and prototypes between labs, buildings, and sites.
• Manage lab inventory and asset tagging, including applying asset tags, tracking serial numbers, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Set up and deploy lab hardware: stage devices, assemble and install server racks, install shield boxes, run cabling, and configure network switches.
• Facilitate lab moves, buildouts, and space reconfiguration by relocating equipment, furniture, and supplies to keep labs organized and functional.
• Perform basic device setup and network registration for lab devices.
• Coordinate and assist with equipment maintenance, repair, and calibration performed by external vendors.
• Schedule and support vendor and guest lab visits, providing on-site assistance as needed.
• Coordinate environmental health & safety (EHS) and facilities needs, including reporting issues, supporting inspections, and maintaining safe lab practices (such as ESD and PPE protocols).
• Identify and flag inventory or supply reorder needs to Lab Managers and purchasing teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and diligent tracking of completed work in task management systems, including clear records for lab assets and processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical/vocational training in a technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in a laboratory, technical operations, logistics, or hands-on support role.
• Proficient in hands-on physical work, including lifting/moving equipment, rack installation, cabling, and use of common hand tools.
• Experience with inventory management and asset tracking (including tagging, serial number tracking, and use of spreadsheets).
• Basic familiarity with device setup and network registration.
• Exceptional organizational skills and close attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for routine coordination with vendors, facilities, and lab users.
• Ability to work on-site full-time in Redmond, WA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field.
• Experience working in mechanical, electronics, audio, chemical, or other R&D laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and technical logistics processes.
• Experience with device network registration and provisioning in lab environments.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, including ESD controls and PPE use, as well as coordination with facilities and EHS programs.
• Familiarity with electronic asset management or inventory management systems.