Seasonal Laboratory Technician - Yakima
About The Position
The purpose of this position is to analyze the samples presented in the lab by the company or customers. This role involves analyzing incoming samples as per protocol and SOPs, including sample preparation of leaf hops, cryo products, and pellets, as well as moisture analysis by air oven or distillation. The Laboratory Technician is a key member of the lab team, responsible for assisting in maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the lab, following all safety requirements, and performing other duties within the company as required. The position also involves continuously looking for ways to improve process efficiency, handling food products safely, and maintaining a sanitary and safe work environment. Adherence to all company policies, including those related to quality, safety, efficiency, and sustainability, is mandatory. The technician will examine documents, materials, and products, monitor work processes, and follow all SOPs in their given area. This role reports to the Laboratory Manager.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills
- Strongly detail oriented
- Able to easily multi-task
- Must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisor and management.
- Must be able to work independently and as a team member.
- Follow written (Standard Operating Procedures -SOP’s, company memos & emails) and verbal Instructions.
- Familiarity with lab equipment operation and SOPs.
- Possess a strong work ethic to positively contribute to the company’s mission, vision, values and environmental policy and quality policy.
- Must have a positive attitude, support co-workers to obtain desired objectives, and assist others in their contributions.
- Ability to adapt to changing paces and processes quickly.
- Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (in required areas) for extended periods of time.
- Handle hazardous chemicals safely according to their MSDS’s and SOP’s.
- Attentive to the task and own surroundings.
Nice To Haves
- BA/BS in Chemistry, Biology, or related field; or related experience.
Responsibilities
- Analyze incoming samples as per protocol and SOPs.
- Sample preparation of leaf hops, cryo products, pellets
- Moisture analysis by air oven or distillation
- Assist in maintaining cleanliness and appearance of lab
- Follow safety requirements
- Perform other duties within the company as required.
- Continuously look for ways to improve process efficiency and notify immediate supervisor of observations and recommendations.
- Handle food products safely.
- Maintain sanitary and safe work environment and follow safety requirements.
- May actively participate on company’s Safety Committee.
- Ensure that company safety policies as well as federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations are observed.
- Must have a complete understanding of company’s policies, Employee Handbook, SOPs, QPs, EPs, HACCP and cGMP that pertain to their department to ensure quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability.
- Must adhere to all company policies.
- Examine documents, materials, and products and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy and conformance to standards and specifications.
- Follow all SOPs in a given area.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Manager and/or designee.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
