Laboratory Technician - Chattanooga, TN

Archer Daniels Midland•Chattanooga, TN

12h•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. In this role expect to prepare in-process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems. This includes: Performing daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned. Maintaining samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary. Documenting results of all testing procedures and promptly notifying operations of required adjustments. Entering and reporting data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). Understanding most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality. Performing light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment. Maintaining on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis. Maintaining adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifying the manager of the need to re-order such supplies. Continually compares equipment readouts with samples of standards as required to insure that all systems are operating accurately. Maintaining a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas. Maintaining an effective working relationship with fellow employees. Performing duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completes all safety certification requirements. Maintains awareness and adheres to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines.

Requirements

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
Successful completion of a background check

Nice To Haves

Two year science related degree and/or two years of lab experience
Familiarity with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances, extractions, GC, ICP, etc.)
Science background
Previous experience with 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
Record results using computerized data systems
Perform daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned
Maintain samples of tested product to confirm test results
Document results of all testing procedures and notify operations of required adjustments
Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Understand production processes and make recommendations to operators
Perform light maintenance and calibration on laboratory equipment
Maintain ongoing records of testing procedures and input data into computer
Maintain adequate supplies for testing procedures and notify manager of re-order needs
Compare equipment readouts with samples of standards to ensure accurate system operation
Maintain a neat and clean working area, wash equipment, and store equipment properly
Maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees
Perform duties in a safe manner, utilizing approved safety equipment and completing safety certifications
Maintain awareness and adhere to all FDA, GMP, BATF, EPA, OSHA and employer standards and guidelines