Laboratory Analyst

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

Hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00.

Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of organic compounds and biologics to determine chemical and physical properties in support of Phibro Animal Health manufacturing facilities, Universal Testing, and product development.

• Maintain, follow, and monitor safety policies as recorded in the Chemical Hygiene Plan and all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices for laboratory safety.
• Report any safety infraction and take the appropriate action in accordance with the standard operating procedures.
• Performs analysis on organic compounds and biologics including but not limited to proximate and vitamin analysis.
• Records weights, results and observations.
• Assists with investigations related to out-of-spec ingredients/products or low-performing assays.
• Works as primary operator on an instrument, capable of performing routine and non-routine maintenance as well as troubleshooting.
• Communicate with instrument companies/field engineers when needed for troubleshooting.
• Takes point on ensuring all samples get analyzed for their assigned instrument and perform basic data review on routine QC samples.
• Performs analysis for method validations or lab investigations.
• Assist in sample log-in, sample requests, or sending samples for analysis.
• Works to maintain lab cleanliness including washing glassware and disposing samples.

• Experience with vitamin analysis.
• Proficient with HPLC analysis required.
• Experience with GC-MS preferred.
• ISO 17025 lab experience preferred.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and effectively accomplish goals.
• Ability to effectively communicate (interpersonal, written and presentation) with internal and external individuals.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.

Minimum associate degree in chemistry or science related field and 5 years of experience or bachelor’s degree in a chemistry or science related field.

Preferred B.S with 2 years experience in HPLC vitamin analysis.

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please :
Phibro Benefits.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit:
Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition
Division:
Animal Health & Nutrition
Department:
Laboratory Services

Location:

US - Quincy, IL - North Plant

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)