Temporary Lab Technician

POET • Marion, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician maintains a clean, professional, and safe laboratory environment and performs multiple tests according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The technician completes tests promptly and at frequencies established by the Quality Manager and/or Operations, enters data in a timely manner, and reports out-of-range test results and quality-control standards to the Quality Manager. The role is largely self-directed and requires an understanding of company policies, procedures, and values.

This is an on-site position in Marion, Ohio. The technician performs quality-control testing on product streams, coordinates results with operators, maintains laboratory supplies, supports special testing requests, and helps maintain food safety and product quality. The role requires meeting call-in requirements and working extended hours when necessary. Team members are also expected to foster safe behavior, environmental compliance, teamwork, and community engagement. The position has physical and safety-sensitive requirements, including a pre-employment physical and drug screen, as well as random drug and alcohol testing during employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For Laboratory Technician I: basic troubleshooting skills and prior analytical experience.
• Ability to meet call-in requirements and work extended hours as necessary.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements described for the role.
• Ability to use the listed equipment and tools; training is provided.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen; random drug and alcohol testing applies during employment.

Nice To Haves

• For Laboratory Technician II: a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related science; POET may consider Laboratory Technician I experience with documented successful performance.
• Prior experience with environmental testing.
• Knowledge of cGMP, PI, QC, and PQ reporting.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new programs.
• High personal integrity.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization.
• Effective written and in-person communication.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to embrace and promote change.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
• Innovative mindset and ability to think objectively.
• Self-awareness in uncertain situations.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, professional, and safe working environment in the laboratory.
• Perform quality-control tests on product streams.
• Coordinate test results with operators to support optimum quality and efficiency.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and provide supply orders to the Quality Manager.
• Perform tests according to approved POET SOPs and the frequency established by the Quality Manager and/or Operations.
• Enter all data in a timely manner.
• Complete Quality Control Standards, duplicates, and cross-validations according to POET Biorefining SOPs.
• Perform NIR IT (PQ) testing weekly and report test failures to the Quality Manager.
• Notify the Quality Manager when quality-control standards are outside specified limits.
• Work with Operations on special testing requests.
• Meet call-in requirements and work extended hours when necessary.
• Promote safe behavior and environmental compliance.
• Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET products and processes.
• Maintain a team environment and champion POET in the community.

Benefits

• Multifaceted wellness program encompassing mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
• Family-first culture.
• On-site fitness centers or fitness reimbursements.
• Team events and volunteer efforts.
• Support and resources for internal development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED