Laboratory Analyst III

IFF•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Laboratory Analyst III performs at the entry level under close supervision performing routine tasks in processing or preparing laboratory specimens and material. Employees in positions allocated to this series provide support to the laboratory department. This role is part of the Laboratory / Quality Assurance Series. The work schedule involves rotating shifts (11:00 pm – 7:00 am, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm), 5 days per week, with mandatory and voluntary overtime. Shift work, as well as weekends and holidays, are required. The position requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, steel-toed safety shoes, bootie covers, gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses, goggles, beard/hairnet, face shield, autoclave gloves, and protective clothing as assigned and required. The role involves operating various laboratory equipment and tools, and adhering to food safety and quality guidelines.

Requirements

Associates Degree
College courses to include: Chemistry, Biology or Microbiology
Total of 16 semesters of science and math
Minimum of 12 semester hours of chemistry, micro, or math
Minimum of 8 semester hours of chemistry and / or micro
Minimum of 4 semester hours of math
Applicants required to submit College transcripts with resume/application to be considered
None (minimum years of "on-the-job" experience required)
Knowledge and experience in a laboratory environment
Use and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation
Good communication and organizational skills
Safe work practices
Weekend work required
Position involves bench work and process support activities

Nice To Haves

Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate clearly in English both verbally and written
Wear appropriate required safety gear
Attend work regularly and reliably
Work rotating shifts as assigned
Work overtime as scheduled or directed
Perform other duties as assigned
Operate computers to access/utilize company e-mail and to monitor tests
Demonstrate awareness of and compliance with all pertinent safety policies and procedures
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Operate mobile equipment in a safe manner
Participate in work related training programs and adhere to Company Core Values
Report pertinent information to appropriate company personnel
Perform all necessary tests on products according to outlined protocols
Activate, de-active and modify Quality plans
Monitor production units
Track testing to ensure proper reporting
Calibrate and maintain all appropriate equipment
Enter pertinent data into the appropriate computer program
Cutting bags and collecting samples of soy powder to be analyzed as needed
Set up laboratory equipment
Calibrate, clean, sterilize, and maintain all appropriate equipment and work areas
Prepare samples for testing and analysis
Operate and trouble shoot laboratory equipment common to Memphis laboratories
Weigh, analyze, and measure ingredients used in testing
Record and compile test results
Enter test results into computerized databases and/or data entry books
Perform job duties in a manner that follow food safety and quality guidelines including but not limited to HACCP, GMPs, QA Policies, Sanitation, and Pest Control.