Laboratory Technician; Professional

Laboratory Technician - Production

Compensation: $20.50/hr

Schedule:

Monday & Tuesday 3pm-11pm, Wednesday & Thursday 11pm-7am, Sunday 7am-3pm. Friday Off, Most Saturdays are Off.

Job Duties:

• Prepare process and finished product samples.
• Perform analytical testing using instrumental and wet chemistry procedures.
• Record results using computerized data systems.
• Perform daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned.
• Maintain samples of tested product to confirm test results, if necessary.
• Document results of all testing procedures and promptly notify operations of required adjustments.
• Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Understand production processes and may make recommendations to operators to achieve product quality.
• Perform light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
• Maintain ongoing records of the results of all testing procedures and input such data into the computer daily.
• Maintain adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notify the supervisor of the need to re-order such supplies.
• Compare equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to ensure all systems are operating accurately.
• Maintain a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in proper storage areas.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
• Perform duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully complete all safety certification requirements.
• Maintain awareness and adhere to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA, and employer standards and guidelines.

Education/Training Preferred:

• 2 or more years science degree.

Experience Preferred:

• Good attendance history.
• Excellent safety record and awareness.
• Demonstrates sufficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation programs.
• Familiarity with current commercial software applications (Excel, Word).
• Experience with lab documentation.
• Experience with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances, and spectrophotometer).
• Demonstrates sufficient math skills to perform calculations associated with lab testing.
• Previous plant experience.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work on multiple tasks.
• Ability to team build.
• Good organizational skills.
• Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proven housekeeping and sanitation skills.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Accurate record-keeping skills.
• Attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time.