Lab Technician

Green Plains • Central City, NE

10d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Laboratory Technician, you will follow best available practices and procedures of a Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure maximum yield and quality, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of Green Plains. In this position, you will normally be responsible for the day to day testing and quality control procedures as identified by the Lab Manager. You will report directly to Quality Control (QC) Lab Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology) is preferred. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associates degree in a scientific field with a minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge with data analysis software: Multiquant, MassHunter, ChemStation, Lab Solutions.
• Experience with automated laboratory equipment (HPLC, GC, NIR, IC).
• Expertise and proficiency in office computer software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and be able to maintain ongoing work authorization without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Federal Drug and Administration (FDA) guidelines and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining the Quality Management system (QMS).
• Monitors use and inventories of laboratory chemicals and supplies.
• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and calibrates laboratory equipment.
• Performs sample collection, preparation, and analysis per prescribed procedures.
• Collects and sends samples to outside laboratories for analytical testing.
• Properly documents all testing and calibration results within the company's data management system.
• Promptly communicates abnormal results as applicable.
• Prepares reports and analyzes data as applicable.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by management.
• Maintains safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
• Complies with all regulations related to QA/QC laboratories at all times.
• Completes all required safety training and helps champion safety compliance within the facility.
• Follows programs and procedures required to ensure laboratory cleanliness and safety.

Benefits

• business casual work environment
• health, dental, vision, life insurance
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level