rms Company provides contract manufacturing of high-quality, tight-tolerance medical implants, components and sub-assemblies using cutting-edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Learn more at www.rmsmachining.com and www.cretexmedical.com.

Lab Technician/Biocompatibility Technician Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for working with Chemical Engineering to perform Biocompatibility testing and related tasks to support and maintain quality standards throughout rms Company.

1st shift:  Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm 

Lab Technician/Biocompatibility Technician Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform cleanliness testing of orthopedic implants in accordance with ISO 19227.
• Prepare and handle medical device samples for organic, inorganic, and particulate residue analysis.
• Operate laboratory instruments such as gravimetric balances, GC, ICP-MS, TOC analyzers, and particle counters.
• Perform and document chemical extraction procedures, including sonication, agitation, and rinsing.
• Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks, logs, and electronic data entries.
• Follow GMP/GLP and cleanroom protocols during sample handling and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for test planning, scheduling, and reporting.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Uphold rms company’s standards for quality and safety through continuous improvement activities and adherence to applicable environmental, safety and health regulations and policies.
• Support validation and verification of test methods used in biocompatibility evaluations.
• Participate in internal audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support actions for implementing cost reduction projects with engineering and production employees.

Lab Technician/Biocompatibility Technician Position Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biomedical engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in a regulated lab environment (medical device, pharma, or materials testing preferred).
• Ability to follow SOPs and work instructions precisely with strong attention to detail.
• Strong data entry, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working with hazardous chemicals and wearing PPE in a lab setting.
• Team-oriented mindset with clear communication skills and problem-solving ability.

Lab Technician/Biocompatibility Technician Preferred Knowaledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of ISO 19227, ISO 10993, or related biocompatibility and cleanliness standards.
• Familiarity with analytical methods (ICP-MS, GC-FID, TOC, UV-Vis, Microbiologic testing methods, and Cell culturing techniques).
• Experience working in an ISO or GMP environment.

rms Company Benefits

As a Cretex Medical company, rms offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. rms also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and an onsite medical clinic.

rms Company also offers company specific benefits, such as:

• Onsite Clinic
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Social Events
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program

 Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process.  Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.