Laboratory Technician

National Beef•Saint Joseph, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

National Beef Leathers of St. Joseph, Missouri, is seeking a qualified professional to join our team as Laboratory Technician. With competitive pay and benefits, stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive, National Beef Leathers could become your next career move! Responsibilities include but are not limited to: The laboratory position is critical to ensuring the timely and accurate execution of procedures, data collection, and analysis. This role will support core activities, maintain specialized equipment, and uphold safety and quality standards. By providing dedicated technical expertise, the position will enhance efficiency, reduce operational delays, and enable the research team to focus on high-level analysis and innovation.

Requirements

Willingness to learn process with accuracy and following all instructions while abiding by policies, procedures, and safety
Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related field of study
Must be able to read and write in English
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required
Conceptual/Analytical thinking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and self-starter; Eager and energetic
Maintain confidentiality
Basic computer skills
Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Responsibilities

Sample Preparation & Testing: effluent samples
Suspend solids
Testing & Analysis: Conduct a variety of laboratory tests according to established protocols, record observations, and interpret results. Including PH, ammonia, nitrates, phosphates, primary and secondary effluents
Equipment Maintenance: Clean, sterilize, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy and compliance
Mix liquids, including but not limited to, suspended solids, Ph, ammonia, and Nitrates
Run primary sludge and moisture content
Run secondary sludge and moisture
Run fleshing analysis and fat
Data Documentation: Accurately record and log all data, observations, and results in lab records or databases
Inventory Management: Order, stock, and manage supplies, chemicals, and other materials
Safety & Compliance: Follow strict safety protocols, quality control measures, and regulatory requirements
Reporting: Communicate test results to relevant personnel and answer questions about findings
Other duties as assigned