Lab Technician I - $19.09 (2nd Shift)

Stratas Foods•Dallas, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Stratas Foods is seeking a Lab Technician I for the 2nd shift. This role involves performing analytical testing of various vegetable oils according to Stratas Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The technician will test samples at different stages, including production, and inbound/outbound truck and railcar samples. The company is a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company, with over 200 years of combined experience, focusing on providing value-added fats and oils solutions.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Basic data entry skills required
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to climb stairs
Ability to bend
Ability to kneel
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to work at heights
Visual, speaking, and touch is essential.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years’ previous laboratory experience preferred
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, Gather and analyzes information skillfully
Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, Pursues training and development opportunities, Shares expertise with others
Initiative – Volunteers readily, Seeks increased responsibilities, Asks for and offers help when needed
Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance

Responsibilities

Communicate to management when test results indicate that corrective action is necessary.
Prioritize samples as they arrive in laboratory.
Complete analytical testing and paperwork in a timely manner.
Enter all analysis into data base (TLC).
Learn new procedures as necessary.
Develop a thorough understanding of laboratory processes and procedures.
Attend all training and safety meetings as scheduled.
Comply with all safety, food safety, environmental, GMP rules, regulations and policies.
Attend scheduled safety and GMP meetings.
Packaging line Quality Assurance.
Finished product and incoming material testing.
Storage of production retains.
Communication with supervisor/lead person/Lab Supervisor of laboratory results or quality concerns.
Other duties as assigned.