Lab Technician - Chemistry

Matrix Sciences International Inc•Mount Prospect, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Matrix Sciences International Inc. provides a uniquely comprehensive scope of laboratory, advisory, research, agriculture and data management services that support our customers' confidence in bringing safe, quality food to market. Matrix Sciences ensures client satisfaction and overall organizational food safety and quality, with food supply chain, farming, processing, or distribution. This work allows clients to identify potential contamination before it impacts their products and helps them feel confident that their products meet their quality standards and are safe for consumption in the market. Performs routine and non-routine sample extraction and analysis of food and food ingredient samples for nutritional testing, proximate or contaminate testing.

Requirements

Minimum Associates Degree in Sciences or at least two (2) years working in a commercial lab environment.
Demonstrated ability to work with a team.
Positive outlook with the ability to adapt to a multi-tasking and fast changing environment.
Communication Proficiency
Computer and MS Office Suite Navigational Skills
Reliability
Attention to Detail
Flexibility
Confidentiality
Organized

Responsibilities

Perform analytical testing of food and food ingredient samples using laboratory techniques per Standard Operating Procedures.
Identify, communicate and document non-conformities related to daily activities.
Ensure sample turnaround time goals and other key performance indicators are met.
Perform and support routine laboratory maintenance tasks such as sample archiving, equipment monitoring and verifications, waste disposal and cleaning (lab and labware).
Ensure accurate and complete traceability and documentation of testing activities performed.
Identify and assist with implementation of process improvements.
When required, assist with troubleshooting, implementation of corrective actions and method validation activities as directed by assigned staff.
For methods within area of responsibility provide training for other laboratory staff.
Adhere to lab safety procedures and reporting standards.
Follow written Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
Other duties may be assigned to assist with the operations of the lab.