Lab Technician I

Deibel Laboratories Inc • Manhattan, KS

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Since 1967, Deibel Laboratories has operated several private food testing facilities providing services in both Microbiology and Chemistry testing. They play an integral role in food and product safety for industry-leading producers, as well as family-run operations. The lab location in Manhattan, KS is hiring full-time Food Laboratory Technicians. This is an entry-level position, and Deibel Laboratories is happy to provide training.

Requirements

• Must have an interest in learning basic knowledge of microbiology
• Ability to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results
• Basic knowledge of personal computers is useful to accurately enter testing data and results
• Planning skills are useful to maintain supplies of analysis materials and ensure analysis is completed within a specified time
• Basic math skills are essential to complete analysis
• Physical dexterity is required for manipulating samples

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, food industry, food service, baking, baristas, or retail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Skills to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with all employees
• A professional workplace appearance, ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity in all communications
• A thirst to seek out and participate in appropriate training and professional development
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required

Responsibilities

• Accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results
• Accurately enter testing data and results using personal computers
• Maintain supplies of analysis materials
• Ensure analysis is completed within a specified time
• Complete analysis using basic math skills
• Manipulate samples

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on knowledge and experience
• Full health benefits for self and family (employer pays for 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependents on our base plan)
• Self-funded dental plan
• Vision plan
• 401K option
• Competitive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees