Lab Technician (Entry Level)

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 : $21.23/ 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: $21.23 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person