Laboratory Benchperson 2nd

Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative•Emmet Township, MN

About The Position

The Laboratory Benchman 2nd (LBII) is responsible for collecting and analyzing bench sample points. In order to do this, the LBII must understand and demonstrate knowledge of gathering samples at the correct sample points; locating and collecting samples from the rope; preparing and analyzing samples; and writing down and entering data into the computer system. The LBII must have general knowledge of laboratory procedures, analysis, and analytical instruments including, but not limited to: polarimeters, refractometers, spectrophotometers, PH probes, conductivity meters, moisture analyzers, and titrators. The LBII is responsible for supporting the master sanitation schedule by completing cleaning responsibilities on a daily, weekly, monthly, or as-needed basis. Basic laboratory aptitude is required with the ability to analyze data points to spot anomalies, retest samples as necessary, and communicate samples outside of analysis trends to the foreman, supervisors, and crew leaders. Attention to detail is vital in this role, and the LBII must have basic computer skills, including the ability to accurately enter data points. The Laboratory Benchman 2nd must be able to: promote safe work behaviors, commit to environmental compliance, food safety, food quality compliance, and promote SMBSC as an Employer of Choice by ensuring a work area that promotes mutual respect and professionalism. This position must have knowledge of wet chemistry, safe operating procedures, personal protective equipment, and quality standards, and must complete all necessary training and Job Safety Analyses to operate equipment or perform the position tasks. Must be able to work 12 hour shifts Performs other duties as directed and works overtime.

Requirements

general knowledge of laboratory procedures, analysis, and analytical instruments including, but not limited to: polarimeters, refractometers, spectrophotometers, PH probes, conductivity meters, moisture analyzers, and titrators
basic laboratory aptitude
ability to analyze data points to spot anomalies
basic computer skills, including the ability to accurately enter data points
knowledge of wet chemistry, safe operating procedures, personal protective equipment, and quality standards
Must be able to work 12 hour shifts

Responsibilities

collecting and analyzing bench sample points
gathering samples at the correct sample points
locating and collecting samples from the rope
preparing and analyzing samples
writing down and entering data into the computer system
supporting the master sanitation schedule by completing cleaning responsibilities on a daily, weekly, monthly, or as-needed basis
analyze data points to spot anomalies
retest samples as necessary
communicate samples outside of analysis trends to the foreman, supervisors, and crew leaders
promote safe work behaviors
commit to environmental compliance, food safety, food quality compliance
promote SMBSC as an Employer of Choice by ensuring a work area that promotes mutual respect and professionalism
complete all necessary training and Job Safety Analyses to operate equipment or perform the position tasks
Performs other duties as directed
works overtime