3rd Shift Lab Technician - Seed Quality & Analysis

Belcan Corporation; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

PTO/Public holidays

Paid leave as required by law

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Ankeny, IA is hiring a Lab Technician for the 3rd shift (1:00 AM - 10:00 AM, M-F). The role involves creating and moving physical samples, performing seed quality analyses, and supporting lab operations with buffers, reagents, and greenhouse tasks.

The ideal candidate has a biology background and 1–3 years of experience, with a strong emphasis on safety, PPE, and ISO quality practices in a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare buffers and reagents; inspect and operate lab equipment.
• Maintain indicator plants; conduct grow-out assays.
• Assist with seed health tests and greenhouse work; ensure PPE and safety compliance.
• Follow ISO Quality Management Standards in the lab.

Job description

Belcan Corporation in Ankeny, IA is hiring a Lab Technician for the 3rd shift (1:00 AM - 10:00 AM, M-F). The role involves creating and moving physical samples, performing seed quality analyses, and supporting lab operations with buffers, reagents, and greenhouse tasks.

The ideal candidate has a biology background and 1–3 years of experience, with a strong emphasis on safety, PPE, and ISO quality practices in a laboratory environment.