Quality Lab Technician
Quality Lab Technician
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Job Description
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!
JOB OVERVIEW:
Working in conjunction with the Quality department the Quality Laboratory Technician prepares samples for laboratory analysis and maintains documentation of process to facilitate analysis procedures. This role requires fastidious of laboratory methodologies and standard operating procedures within the technical areas of microbiological physical and organoleptic analysis. The position may also entail coordination of external laboratory testing and entry of internal and external lab reports.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary responsibilities include:
- Prepare samples for analysis by recording weighing and blending and testing samples according to SOPs
- Execute microbiological testing according to the analysis process being performed
- Perform and document additional testing per lab testing forms and specifications
- Set up calibrate and sterilize equipment needed for analysis of samples
- Execute physical and organoleptic product analysis per established SOPs
- Maintain records of all quality activities as documented in procedures and test methods
- Notify Quality Lab Manager of any deviations or potential nonconformances at any time
- Coordinate and track 3rd party lab testing as needed
- Performs other testing or duties as assigned
JOB EXPERIENCE:
- One or more of years laboratory experience (professional and/or educational) in microbiology biology food science or related field preferred
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Intelligent organized detailoriented good work ethic positive attitude
- Strong prioritization and timemanagement skills
- Ability to think critically and analytically
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with team members in a constructive manner that fosters an environment of teamwork and continuous improvement
- Proficient in basic computing with ability to assimilate new programs and applications
- Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Project and Outlook
EDUCATION:
- Bachelors degree in Microbiology Biology or Biological Sciences preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time required
- Performance of repetitive tasks utilizing arms hands and fingers required
- Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
- The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Laboratory setting wherein majority of workday is spent working alongside team members.
- Expected Pay Range: $22/hr$24/hr nonexempt
- Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs contingent upon achieving preestablished individual and company performance metrics.
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Benefits Available:
In the Van Drunen Family of Companies commitment to excellence is in everything we do!As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the worlds best companies we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a familyfriendly valuesdriven company youll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!
Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences life experiences knowledge creativity innovation unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture but our Companys achievement as well.
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process please contact us at .
Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes CVs and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a positionspecific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
