Formulation Assistant

Inotiv • Mt. Vernon, IN

2d

About The Position

Maintain and clean laboratory glassware and other basic equipment. Write shipping letters and package samples for shipment. Receive chemicals and place them into storage. Assist formulation chemists in various projects at the supervisor’s discretion.

Requirements

• Good organizational skills.
• Familiarity with basic common software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to use a computer to compile and maintain databases for information and inventory, utilizing the appropriate software.
• An attitude for quality, an eye for detail, and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to adhere to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, over a broad range of disciplines, successfully and on schedule.
• Ability to interact with employees and clients alike, to complete specified tasks, and maximize customer satisfaction.
• General knowledge of the scientific laboratory is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to read, write and understand oral and/or written instructions
• This position will require frequent walking, sitting for extended periods of time, carrying, standing, heavy lifting (min. 50 lbs.), reaching while standing, gripping and twisting hand movements, finger control and other general repetitive motions.
• Ability to read and understand applicable materials
• Manual dexterity to operate laboratory equipment and calculator/computer
• Work in a standing position for long periods
• Frequent involvement with radiant/electrical energy, solvents, grease, oil, irritants, acids, bases, and other hazardous chemicals, electro-mechanical hazards, flammable materials and biohazards.
• Due to exposure to hazardous biological materials, immunization to diseases may be a required Mantoux TB test with negative result is required
• Able to wear latex or nitrile gloves, dust mask and/or respirator, and safety glasses as required.
• May be exposed to animal dander and/or material associated with animal husbandry

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain laboratory glassware and basic equipment.
• Write shipping letters.
• Package samples for shipment.
• Receive and store chemicals.
• Maintain written records, as needed.
• Participate in in-house training programs for the technical staff
• Maintain confidential information
• Interact with the community and employees
• Support and participate in other company initiatives as directed by management
• Performed other duties as assigned

Benefits

• health and dental coverage
• short- and long-term disability
• paid time off
• paid parental leave
• 401K

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees