Laboratory Technician

Lab Tech Job Summary:

This entry-level laboratory role involves a range of responsibilities, including sample collection, document assessment, and testing of raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples. The position also requires coordination with other departments, as well as third-party vendors and laboratories.

Job Duties (Including but not limited to)

• Effectively manage time to ensure timely completion of testing. Keep quality control and customer service departments well-informed of testing requirements.
• Assisting Analytical Chemists with the preparation of calibrations, standards, reagents, and samples for analytical analyses by HPLC and ICP-MS.
• Identify raw materials by Near Infrared Red (NIR) Spectroscopy.
• Ensure smooth operation, accurate sample handling, and cleanliness of laboratories.
• Collaborating with Analytical Chemists on tasks and laboratory procedures.
• Training new Laboratory Technicians if necessary.
• Maintaining an organized process for re-certification of raw materials.
• Maintaining all environmental testing as outlined by Quality Control.
• Maintaining raw material specifications and testing protocols.
• Coordinating with third-party laboratories to establish testing protocols, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Approve in-process production, and finished products by confirming specifications and/or laboratory testing results.
• Aiding supervisors in plant sanitation practices and the control of production room releases.
• Working overtime during busy periods and Saturday mornings if necessary.
• Taking inventory of lab equipment and supplies.

Minimum requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Laboratory Experience
• Mathematical ability includes fractions, ratios, and dilutions.
• Basic computer skills
• Organization
• Strong documentation skills
• Problem-solving skills

Abilities required

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to maintain a safe environment when working with chemicals and pathogens.
• Must be able to wear proper PPE at all times (i.e. lab coat, latex/nitrile gloves, mask, hair net).
• Willing to help in other departments when needed.

*Shift Info/ Benefits

• Shift is Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
• Weekends when needed
• Employees able to receive PTO, holiday pay and healthcare options after 90 day review
• 401k plans available after 1 year anniversary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person