Laboratory Analyst I

Bayer•Muscatine, IA

10d

About The Position

As a Laboratory Analyst I, you play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our laboratory operations. Your primary focus is on routine testing, providing analytical data that supports process control, quality assurance, and process development. You will work collaboratively with the team to enhance productivity and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Willing and able to work during days, nights, weekends, and overtime as business needs.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three years of lab experience with a high school diploma or GED
AA/AS OR Bachelor’s Degree
Good oral and written communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to analyze outcomes against standards
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity

Responsibilities

With limited supervision, perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions;
Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays) as per business needs;
Prepare solutions, clean glassware, dispose of solid/liquid waste and other duties to help in the overall operations of the laboratory. Train others in waste management;
Alert lab leadership of issues or discrepancies involving sample integrity, supply inventory, safety concerns, or analysis irregularities;
Communicate troubleshooting opportunities in testing processes;
Conduct basic (operational) preventative maintenance according to work instructions;
Identify and communicate operational issues of laboratory instruments and equipment;
Understand and operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Chromatography Data System (CDS) system, and other instrument specific computer systems;
Search various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate information required to complete analyses;
Promptly and accurately record, calculate, and report analytical results;
Review analytical data and various LIMS reports. Communicate and discuss any issues with team members and supervisors;
Complete data entry for metrics and Key Performance Indicators;
Identify process improvement ideas and communication opportunities. Assist in improving established procedures and implementing continuous improvement projects;
Communicate testing results to customers as required, act with customers in mind;
Identify opportunities to improve established procedures and aid in implementations;
Notify leads when supplies/consumables are at critical levels;
Observe good safety and housekeeping practices.