What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Laboratory Technician – Overland Park, KS position at Archer Daniels Midland?
Summer Laboratory Technician – Overland Park, KS
This is a temporary non-exempt level position.
Position Summary:
This is a three month position during the summer.
Job Responsibilities:
This is a temporary non-exempt level position.
Position Summary:
This is a three month position during the summer.
Job Responsibilities:
- Preparation of samples in order to perform daily sample bakes
- Collecting and distribution of samples
- Physical testing of wheat flour samples
- Daily calibration of standard lab instruments
- Recording and interpreting test results
- Verifying sufficient inventory of testing supplies
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the laboratory environment
- Maintains samples of tested product in order to confirm test results when necessary
- Performs light maintenance and calibration on ADM 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 test results with standards as required to insure that all flour is within specification
- Understands most production processes required in the production of flour and how it would relate to analysis being performed
- 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
- Handles various chemicals in assorted containers in the manner outlined in the manufacture’s chemical Material Safety Data Sheet
- Informs supervisor immediately of any hazards, unsafe equipment and/or acts
- Recommends solutions to correct deficiencies or improve work and operational practices
- Participates actively in training
- Reports to work in a condition to be able to perform all duties
- Practices proper personal hygiene
- Familiarizes themselves with the hazards in their work area and how to protect themselves
- Understands that accidents are preventable and that safety is everyone’s responsibility
- Commitment to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero injury culture; understand and follow company safety procedures
- Exhibit regular and prompt attendance
- Physical requirements include: Prolonged periods of standing; ability to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted
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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:83186BR
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:83186BR
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