Lab Technician

Dairy Farmers of America•Knoxville, TN

10h•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level, non-certified laboratory technician position at Consolidated Lab Services (CLS). The role involves conducting analyses under the guidance of certified technicians to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and precision in analytical data. The position requires a flexible, full-time schedule, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must have basic math, laboratory, and computer skills
Must have clear written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work most weekends and holidays
Ability to work as part of a team or independently with full or limited supervision
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Obtaining certifications is mandatory for continued employment in this position

Nice To Haves

Associates or bachelor’s degree in food or Dairy Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field
Laboratory experience, especially in food or milk

Responsibilities

Safely lift, move, or reposition filled coolers weighing up to 75lbs.
Record AM & PM temperatures for multiple incubators and refrigerators.
Assist certified analysts in sample sorting, routing all samples to the appropriate locations.
Learn to perform all laboratory procedures.
Prepare daily, weekly, and greater laboratory reagents for use.
Maintain clean and safe work areas.
Comply with laboratory hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal plan.
Analyze samples accurately and in a timely manner under the supervisor of a certified analyst.
Maintain analytical equipment according to manufacturers’ recommendations and Laboratory SOP’s.
Communicate pertinent information regarding the daily workings of the laboratory.
In coordination with Senior Technicians and Lab Supervisor, maintain an adequate inventory of consumable supplies.
Flexible, full-time, work schedule as required to accommodate business needs (weekends, holidays).
Assist lab management in special projects.
Participate in annual NCIMS and Appendix N certifications.