Title : Lab Technician
Location : Decatur IL 62526
Duration : 06+ Months Contract (Possibility of extension)
Schedule : 7 on, 3 off, 7 on, 1 off. Rotating swing shift o 8 hour shifts
Pay Rate : $21.80/ Hr.
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
· Prepare process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental, wet chemistry procedures, and record results using computerized data systems.
· Performs daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned.
· Maintains samples of tested product in order to confirm test results, if necessary.
· Documents results of all testing procedures and promptly notifies operations of required adjustments.
· Enter and report data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
· Understands most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
· Performs light maintenance and calibration on all company laboratory equipment.
· Maintains on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis. ·
· Maintains adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifies the supervisor 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.
· Maintains a neat and clean working area at all times, washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.
· Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
· Performs 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.
Education/Training Preferred:
· 2 or more years science degree Experience Preferred: Good attendance history.
· Excellent safety record and awareness.
· Demonstrates sufficient computer skills to utilize lab instrument operation programs.
· Familiarity with current commercial software applications (Excel, Word)
· Experience with lab documentation.
· Experience with operating standard lab equipment (i.e., pH meter, balances and spectrophotometer)
· Demonstrates sufficient math skills to perform calculations associated with lab testing.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $21.80 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person