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Hiring a Seasonal Laboratory Technician for a great winery in Livermore, CA!! Great way to gain experience on resume!
Start date is July 8th!
Description:
Seeking a Seasonal Laboratory Technician/Harvest Intern for the 2024 Harvest (July – December). The Seasonal Laboratory Technician will work under the Quality Supervisor, and be a valued member of our laboratory team.
The Seasonal Lab Tech conducts and analyzes laboratory/quality control tests according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This position will analyze juices, musts and wines. This position is expected to be able to operate both independently and as a part of a team. It is not required to have previous experience in a wine lab setting, but it is required to be trainable and a team player.
Essential Functions
• Analysis including but not limited to: Brix, pH, TA, Acid adjustment trials, Nitrogen, Ammonia, Potassium, Turbidity, Anthocyanin and Tannin, Cold stability, Heat stability, Sulfur, Alcohol, Malic acid, Residual sugar, Microbial analysis, Microscopy etc. of juices, musts, and wines.
• Recognizes and resolves discrepancies in analysis.
• Sample from a multitude of different vessels, and in extreme conditions.
• Responsible for proper sample preparation of juices, musts, and wines for analysis.
• Follows all SOPs and safety protocols and assist in updates as necessary.
• Reports all quality issues and follows up on action items.
• Responsible for data entry and maintenance of lab data files.
• Responsible for ensuring all lab equipment has passed calibration and daily verification checks.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and tidy working environment.
• Assist in data tracking during harvest.
• Assist in analysis scheduling.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and coordinate work across different departments.
• Assists in chemical preparation and maintains proper inventory in the lab of all supplies.
• Assists in generating lab reports for winemaking.
• Cross train with other departments and fills in when necessary.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
• Detail oriented, strong organization skills required.
• Must be willing to work flexible, long, and varying hours.
• Intimate knowledge of analyses and equipment. Ability to recognize potential problems.
Experience Level:
Entry Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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