QC Entomology Analyst - Sumitomo Biorational

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Regular Full Time Osage, IA, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $24.86 To $29.81 Annually

Sumitomo Biorational is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and our products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Sumitomo Biorational operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit.

The Sumitomo Biorational manufacturing site located on an expansive 73-acre site in Osage, IA is a state of the art 130,000 square foot plant and is the largest purpose-built biorational facility in the world. It serves as the manufacturing and quality control center for Sumitomo Biorational broad portfolio of fermentation products.

As a QC Laboratory Analyst at Sumitomo Biorational, you will be responsible for testing of in-process and final product. You will be responsible for scheduling the insects for testing purposes as well as maintaining and ensuring the availability of materials needed for testing. In this role, you must adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results while meeting the scheduling needs of manufacturing.

Good documentation practices and well as the ability to follow and comprehend a written procedure is a requirement.

• Bioassay testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods.
• Troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation and administer simple repairs as needed.
• Completion of test records and data entry.
• Cleaning, calibration and maintenance of lab equipment and instrumentation.
• Daily, weekly and monthly cleaning as required.
• Perform calculation and evaluation of insect bioassay results based on probit analysis utilizing Microsoft Excel and a specified statistical analysis program.
• Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) testing in accordance with regulations.
• Preparation of standards and stock solutions.
• Maintenance of test methods and test procedures for the bioassay laboratories.
• Data Entry within Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Conduct and / or assist with laboratory investigations and deviations.
• Rearing and maintenance of the insect colonies to a high-quality standard as needed.
• Preparation of insect diets as needed.
• Must have flexibility to work some off-shift, weekend, and/or overtime hours as required to meet business needs.
• Performs other tasks as specified by the manager/director.

• HS diploma or equivalent required. BA in Biology, Entomology, Microbiology, Chemistry or closely related field desired.
• Experience with Good Aseptic Technique.
• Experience with Good Lab Practices (GLP).
• Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) experience or knowledge is beneficial.
• Experience with insect rearing and maintenance of insect colonies desired but not required.
• Experience with bioassay methods desired but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and other spreadsheet/database software.
• Ability to comprehend and understand written scientific procedures.

We recognize that compensation and benefits play a crucial role in your career decisions. That’s why we’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees.

Base Salary: The estimated base salary for this position ranges from: $24.86 to $29.81/hour. Individual pay is based upon location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit‑sharing program in addition to their base salary.

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