Laboratory Technician - Chattanooga, TN

Archer Daniels Midland • Chattanooga, TN

18h • Onsite

About The Position

ADM’s Southern Cellulose Products plant in Chattanooga, TN is a cotton linter pulp mill providing cellulose paper products to clients in the global industrial, food, pharmaceutical, and high end paper markets. The Company is actively seeking a Quality Control Lab technician for our Quality Control Laboratory. The QC Lab technician will be responsible for conducting product testing and analyses on cellulose products. The QC Lab technician is responsible for safeguarding product safety and quality while meeting the Plant and regulatory standards, and has the oversight responsibility for a continuous quality improvement program that includes quality control and quality assurance. The QC Lab technician is responsible for ensuring the production and distribution of products meets or exceeds all quality standards. The QC Lab technician also has the responsibility for communicating quality results and the transfer of quality knowledge to the team.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written, and math skills.
• Skill in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Capable of comprehending and executing SOPs.
• Accountability and dependability.
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Strong record keeping and computer skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work without immediate supervision.
• Ability to work safely in an environment with potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Integrity.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred laboratory experience and/or a 2 year degree is desirable.
• A good understanding of basic chemistry, biology, physical principles, and process control a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform all required lab tests (viscosity, brightness, dirt, moisture, fiber etc.) by adhering to documented laboratory procedures.
• Accurately collect, record, and report test data while ensuring the integrity of the data.
• Must be able to analyze information quickly to provide feedback in the lab and troubleshoot with operations team.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods and work in a variety of conditions (heat, cold, dust, etc.).
• Collaborate with teammates and management in an effective and precise manner.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.
• Multitask efficiently in a high pace work environment.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the laboratory environment.
• Focus on safety, quality, and integrity.

Benefits

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree