Laboratory Technician
About The Position
We are looking for a Laboratory Technician I in Jerome, ID. The Laboratory Technician II is responsible for supporting production by analyzing a variety of samples using different test methods; performing microbiological and physical tests on raw material, in-process products and finished products. Daily tasks include the receipt of samples, determining methods by reviewing procedures and specifications, testing samples, observing for abnormal reactions, documenting, reviewing, and reporting of results, and cleaning and stocking the work area. The Laboratory Technician II is also responsible for maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment as well as performing routine quality control checks. Perform chemistry, physical, and/or microbiology sample preparation and testing. Responsible for equipment operation, calibration, cleaning and minor maintenance. Interpret, analyze and report laboratory data. Accurately enter all required data into log books, spreadsheets and the ERP system as appropriate.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement required.
Responsibilities
- analyzing a variety of samples using different test methods
- performing microbiological and physical tests on raw material, in-process products and finished products
- receipt of samples
- determining methods by reviewing procedures and specifications
- testing samples
- observing for abnormal reactions
- documenting, reviewing, and reporting of results
- cleaning and stocking the work area
- maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment
- performing routine quality control checks
- Perform chemistry, physical, and/or microbiology sample preparation and testing
- Responsible for equipment operation, calibration, cleaning and minor maintenance
- Interpret, analyze and report laboratory data
- Accurately enter all required data into log books, spreadsheets and the ERP system as appropriate.
Benefits
- Starting wage of $21.33
- Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00
- Monday- Wednesday every other Sunday 5PM to 5AM
- $1.50 Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays
- Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
- 3 Weeks PTO
- Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
- Advancement Opportunities
- Healthy work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
