Laboratory Technician Chattanooga, TN
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Job Location:
Chattanooga, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 32500 - 59000
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are a cotton pulp processing plant located in Chattanooga TN. We take raw cotton linters and process them into bleached pulp sheets that will be used as an additive for many applications including food and our lab we test finished pulp sheets and in-process samples. The average work day requires flexibility as samples will need to be reanalyzed additionally ran due to plant issues or equipment may go down delaying analysis run times.
In this role expect to prepare in-process and finished product samples; perform analytical testing using instrumental wet chemistry procedures and record results using computerized data systems. This includes:
Performing daily process monitoring tests throughout the plant as assigned. Maintaining samples of tested product in order to confirm test results if necessary.
Documenting results of all testing procedures and promptly notifying operations of required adjustments. Entering and reporting data using a Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Understanding most production processes required in the production of product and may make recommendations to operators in order to achieve product quality.
Performing light maintenance and calibration on all ADM laboratory equipment.
Maintaining on-going records of the results of all testing procedures and inputs such data into computer on a daily basis.
Maintaining adequate supplies used for testing procedures and notifying the manager 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.
Maintaining a neat and clean working area at all times washing equipment as required and placing equipment in the proper storage areas.
Maintaining an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
Performing 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.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Education:
The ideal candidate will have a two year science related degree and/or two years of lab experience.
Qualified candidates should be familiar with operating standard lab equipment (i.e. pH meter balances extractions GC ICP etc.).
Position relies on instructions and pre-established procedures to perform the functions of the job.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Science background
Previous experience with the analytical testing
Familiar with GMP/GLP (Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices)
Requirements:
The willingness and ability to work rotating night shift including weekends and holidays
Actively participate in training efforts and safety initiatives
Attention to detail following procedures proper analytical technique and computer entry
Communicate results problems and priorities to supervisor and production departments in a timely manner
Ability to use mathematics
Shows initiative to troubleshoot lab equipment
Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement
Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness in all work areas
Core Competencies:
Attention to detail
Commitment / Dependability / Ownership
Composure Under Pressure / Professionalism
Team Focus
Openness in Communicating / Listening
Results Orientation
Excited about this role but dont think you meet every requirement listed We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired employees will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$32500.00 - $59000.00
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