Lab Technician - Fertilizers/Organic Waste (Ag) Industry

Bio Town Ag; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural technology company in Manitoba is hiring a Lab Technician responsible for preparing and testing samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate should have an associate degree in a relevant field and be proficient in laboratory techniques. This position offers a salary range of $20-$22 per hour, with full-time benefits available after 90 days. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a team environment are essential.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid time off after 6 months of full-time employment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in the fertilizer/organic industry.
• Familiarity with IDEM and EPA regulations is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples for fertilizer and organic product testing.
• Perform routine laboratory tests following standardized procedures.
• Document and interpret the results of experiments and tests.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensure laboratory safety protocols are followed.
• Monitor and manage laboratory supplies.
• Communicate findings and observations.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of all laboratory activities.

Skills

Laboratory techniques and equipment handling

Sample preparation and analysis

Data documentation and interpretation

Knowledge of safety protocols

Microsoft Office Suite

Basic statistical analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field

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Bio Town Ag, Inc.

Reynolds, IN 47980

PT or FT based on candidate

Salary Range: $20-22/hour

We create value from waste.

At Bio Town Ag, Inc. you have the opportunity to join a team that looks beyond the traditional farming aspects of just agriculture and livestock. Our operation includes an anaerobic digester that recycles animal waste and other organic by-products to produce methane gas. This gas is used to power our facility, goes back into the electric grid or scrubbed and converted to natural gas and put in the pipeline. We are one of the most unique waste recycling operations in the United States.

We have an opening for a Lab Technician (Lab Tech). We are seeking candidates that are self-motivated, have critical thinking skills for problem solving, and can work in a team environment.

Position Overview

The Lab Technician will be responsible for various laboratory techniques and analyses. This role involves preparing and testing samples, documenting processes, and maintaining laboratory equipment to ensure the quality, performance and compliance of fertilizer and organic products.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples for fertilizer and organic product testing.
• Perform routine laboratory tests following standardized procedures.
• Document and interpret the results of experiments and tests.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensure laboratory safety protocols are followed.
• Monitor and manage laboratory supplies.
• Communicate findings and observations.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of all laboratory activities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in the fertilizer/organic (Ag) industry.
• Familiarity with IDEM and EPA regulations is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Skills

• Laboratory techniques and equipment handling.
• Sample preparation and analysis.
• Data documentation and interpretation.
• Knowledge of safety protocols.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic statistical analysis.
• Problem-solving.
• Benefits available to full-time (FT) employees after 90 days include medical, dental, visions and several additional ancillary insurance options. Paid time off (PTO) after 6 months of FT employment.

Disclaimer

Bio Town Ag, Inc. is a drug-free workplace and participates in pre-employment and random testing. Bio Town Ag, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Bio Town Ag, Inc. is employment-at-will.