2nd Shift Milk Lab Technician 1

DAIRY ONE COOPERATIVE INC; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Dairy One Cooperative Inc. in Ithaca, NY seeks a Lab Technician I for an entry-level role in a dairy quality lab.

You will learn basic lab procedures, instrument operation and safety protocols, with supervision as you develop competence and contribute to timely production workflows. The schedule is second shift, 2:30pm–11:00pm EST, with duties including sample prep, instrument operation and maintaining a clean, safe lab environment; a high school diploma or GED and 1 year of prior protocol-based

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of prior work experience following specific protocols/instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sample preparation: sort, scan, record incoming samples; prepare samples for testing.
• Instrument operation: operate laboratory instruments according to standard operating procedures; start-up & shut-down.
• Other duties: maintain lab cleanliness; assist with instrument upkeep; participate in trainings such as safety & anti-harassment.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 720 Warren Rd - Ithaca, NY 14850

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Second Shift

Job Summary

Lab Technician I is an entry level lab position. Technicians will be assigned to one area or a limited number of functions. The primary responsibilities of a Lab Technician I are to develop competence in basic lab procedures, workflow, instrument operation and safety protocols. Focus will be on achieving production and turnaround time standards. Work will be performed under close supervision. Examples of duties performed include: washing milk sample vials and preparing them for reuse, preparing samples for testing (sorting, weighing & measuring) and mixing simple chemical solutions.

The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm EST.

Duties

Following are examples of typical duties for a Lab Technician I. Specific duties may vary depending on which lab the work is performed in.

• Sample preparation (45%)
  • Sort, scan, and record incoming samples.
  • Prepare samples for further testing or processing.
  • Prepare sample vials for cleaning.
  • Handle/prepare chemicals required for testing or cleaning.
• Instrument Operation (45%)
  • Operate laboratory instruments according to standard operating procedures.
  • Perform start-up & shut-down procedures at the start & end of each shift.
  • Clean equipment as established in lab protocol.
• Other Duties (10%)
  • Maintain cleanliness of work area and overall lab.
  • Assist with instrument upkeep & maintenance as needed.
  • Participate in lab-specific and organizational trainings such as safety & annual anti-harassment, etc.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a laboratory where there is exposure to some chemicals and occasional exposure to noise. The use of protective safety equipment may be required.

Mental and Visual Demands

Close mental and visual attention required for controlling machines or processes at a rapid pace requiring coordination.

Physical Activities and Requirements

• Constantly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; and performs repetitive motions of the hands and/or wrists.
• Regularly stands, walks, and reaches with arms and/or hands.
• Occasionally stoops, crouches, and bends.
• Ability to occasionally lift to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, and 1 year of prior work experience following specific protocols/instructions.