Lab Technician I

Description

1st shift role (8 hr on-site M-F) - (30 min unpaid for lunch).

7 am -3:30 pm but can have some flexibility to move to 7:30 am -4 pm, as well.

• BS degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry is a requirement! The manager stated that there will be no leeway/exception on the degree.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Performs technical procedures in a laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conducts daily water testing on incoming and processed water, including micro analysis.
• •Conducts sampling within the manufacturing site, including outside of the building.
• Perform in a multi-task environment where simultaneous testing will occur throughout the day in order to meet our customer's needs.
• Operate and assist in the evaluation, calibration and validation of analytical testing instrumentation.
• Perform basic testing of materials at a high level of throughput using the required chemical, microbiological, physical, analytical and/or sensorial methodology as required on ingredients, intermediates and finished products.
• Procures supplies and materials needed for laboratory testing.
• Makes calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.
• Input data entry into LIMS database and excel based applications with high attention to detail.
• Interpret data from routine analyses to validate materials meet specification.
• Engage in daily contact with key laboratory and plant personnel such as the Lab Director, other team members to understand the lab workload, priorities and other pertinent information.
• Performs specialized tests and procedures using basic and complex equipment.
• Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting lab work and recommends modifications as needed.
• Communicates technical information both verbally and in digital or written reports that is understandable by technical and non-technical audiences.
• First Shift Role, working 8 hours, on-site, Monday through Friday.

Education requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry