Laboratory Technician I - Chattanooga, TN

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a cotton pulp processing plant located in Chattanooga, TN. We take raw cotton linters and process them into bleached pulp sheets that will be used as an additive for many applications including food and pharmaceuticals. In our lab we test finished pulp sheets and in-process samples. The average work day requires flexibility, as samples will need to be reanalyzed, additionally ran due to plant issues, or equipment may go down delaying analysis run times.

Requirements

Two year science related degree and/or two years of lab experience.
Familiar with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances, extractions, GC, ICP, etc.).
Position relies on instructions and pre-established procedures to perform the functions of the job.
Willingness and ability to work off-shifts including weekends and holidays.
Actively participate in training efforts and safety initiatives.
Attention to detail following procedures, proper analytical technique and computer entry.
Communicate results, problems, and priorities to supervisor and production departments in a timely manner.
Ability to use mathematics.
Shows initiative to troubleshoot lab equipment.
Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement.
Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness in all work areas.

Nice To Haves

Science background
Previous experience with the analytical testing
Familiar with GMP/GLP (Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices)

Responsibilities

Prepare in-process and finished product samples.
Perform analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems.
Perform daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned.
Maintain samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary.
Document results of all testing procedures and promptly notify operations of required adjustments.
Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Understand most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
Perform light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
Maintain on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.
Maintain adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notify the manager of the need to re-order such supplies.
Continually compare equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to insure that all systems are operating accurately.
Maintain a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.
Maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
Perform duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully complete all safety certification requirements.
Maintain awareness and adhere to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.