Laboratory Assistant Chemistry

Springfield

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant Chemistry in 2835 N Oak Grove, Springfield, MO 65803 USA. Your mission will be to:

• Maintain clean laboratory by discarding waste and cleaning and sanitizing countertops, walls, floors, shelves, equipment, sinks, water baths etc using cleaning solvents.
  
• Maintain clean laboratory by properly storing chemicals, reagents and supplies. Maintain adequate stock of these materials.
  
• Clean and decontaminate equipment, glassware, metal instruments, sinks, water baths, tables, and test panels, using solvents, water, acetone bath, and cloth or hot-air drier, brushes, and rags, etc.
  
• Prepare and use cleaning solutions according to specifications.
  
• Perform quality control checks such as temperature checks, balance verification or detergent residue testing as required by department leadership.
  
• Assist other laboratory personnel performing testing procedures as instructed by department leadership.
  
• Maintain equipment, supplies and instrumentation in working order to perform
  necessary preventative maintenance for operating departments.
  
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities.
  
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process.
  
• Ensure a safe working environment for laboratory.
  
• Participate in audits.
  
• Maintain inventory, rotate supply, discard expired dry, refrigerated and frozen materials and retain as directed by department leadership.
  
• Completes assigned tasks under supervision of department leadership, while working with team to accomplish department goals
  
• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned department leadership.
  
• Clean glassware and other containers and return to laboratory for use.
  
• Other related duties as assigned.
  
• At any time, the incumbent must behave and operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner.

YOUR PROFILE

• High school diploma or GED. Entry-level position. This position requires the ability to follow specific instructions. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to enter client data. The incumbent may be required to operate company vehicle that would require the skill to operate a motor vehicle and exhibit safe driving skills.
• Analytical skills are essential to complete analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating samples. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices is required to ensure a safe working environment. Interpersonal skills are required to effectively work within teams.

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WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?