Lab Technician A
About The Position
The Lab Technician “A” is responsible for performing all analytical testing required for the disposition of finished product manufactured or packaged for the Chicago Heights or Waterway plants. This role involves performing analytical testing of in-process and special samples, developing proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, performing daily calibration and reference checks, recording analytical data, and creating Certificate of Analysis (CoAs) for bulk shipments. The technician will also assist production personnel, maintain a clean work area, train other employees as assigned, and perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or another scientific discipline
- 1-3 years of quality control lab experience
- Demonstrate knowledge of analytical chemistry principles, laboratory techniques, and good laboratory practices (GLP/GMP)
- Ability to read, understand, and accurately perform analytical test methods, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions
- Proficient in mathematical concepts and analytical calculations
- Strong computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), databases, and statistical software
- Ability to operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation
Responsibilities
- Perform analytical testing of in-process and special samples as required by the laboratory
- Develop proficiency in the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment including top loading balances, analytical balances, pH meters, Ro-Tap particle size analyzers, Alpine jet sieves, auto titrators, atomic absorption spectrophotometers, laser particle size analyzers, UV spectrophotometers, ion chromatographs and rate machines
- Perform daily calibration and reference checks, record analytical data in logbooks, LIMS and maintain laboratory records using Microsoft Access and Statistical Software
- Create, print & distribute Certificate of Analysis (CoAs) for bulk shipments via email or other approved communication methods
- Assist production personnel as needed
- Keep the work area clean and organized
- Train other employees as assigned
- Perform other duties as required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
- Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
- Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
- 401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
- Vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
- Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
- Educational assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
