Botany Laboratory Technician

Somafina; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Somafina, located in Layton, UT, is hiring a Botany Laboratory Technician for a full-time role. The candidate will receive, label, and analyze samples in the Identification Laboratory, conduct standard lab tests, and interpret findings in a fast-paced nutraceutical manufacturing setting.

Required are a degree in Botany/Biology or related field, TLC and PCR experience, and GMP/GLP knowledge. Ability to work autonomously, maintain safety, and use MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a lab technician or in a relevant position.
• Experience in TLC and PCR methodology.
• Experience operating laboratory equipment and handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of GMP/GLP and laboratory best practices.
• Excellent physical condition and endurance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Valid laboratory technician license.
• English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Receives, labels, and analyzes samples submitted to the Identification Laboratory.
• Executes laboratory testing according to standard procedures, makes observations, and interprets findings.
• Conducts experiments under defined conditions to verify or reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organizes and stores all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Records all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintains equipment and assists in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensures that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintains a clean and orderly environment.

Skills

Autonomous work

Detail-oriented

Data analysis

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Botany, Biology, or relevant field

Tools

Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC)

PCR

Laboratory equipment handling

MS Office

Job description

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Botany Laboratory Technician

Full Time Layton, UT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1295

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Nutraceutical Manufacturing

Laboratory Technician

Degree in Botany, Biology, or Relevant Field

Why Somafina?

Somafina is a growing co-manufacturer of vitamins and supplements in Utah, and business is thriving as we attract larger, more established customers. It\'s a fast-paced environment with real momentum — which means real opportunities for growth. If you\'re ready to take on more and grow with us, we\'d love to have you on the team.

• Receives, labels, and analyzes samples submitted to the Identification Laboratory.
• Executes laboratory testing according to standard procedures, makes observations, and interprets findings.
• Conducts experiments under defined conditions to verify or reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organizes and stores all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Records all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintains equipment and assists in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensures that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintains a clean and orderly environment.

Preferred Education Requirements

• Degree in Botany, Biology, or a relevant field.

Competencies / Skill Qualifications

• Proven experience as a lab technician or in a relevant position.
• Experience in Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) and PCR methodology.
• Experience operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment and handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of GMP/GLP and laboratory best practices.
• Excellent physical condition and endurance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Valid laboratory technician license.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; converse and listen; taste or smell.
• Employee must exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to a dusty environment and/or considerable noise.
• Identifies statistical techniques required for establishing, controlling, and verifying process capability and product characteristics.

somafina

Nutraceutical Manufacturing

Laboratory Technician

Identification Laboratory • Full-Time

Degree in Botany, Biology, or Relevant Field

Why Somafina?

Somafina is a growing co-manufacturer of vitamins and supplements in Utah, and business is thriving as we attract larger, more established customers. It\'s a fast-paced environment with real momentum — which means real opportunities for growth. If you\'re ready to take on more and grow with us, we\'d love to have you on the team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Receives, labels, and analyzes samples submitted to the Identification Laboratory.
• Executes laboratory testing according to standard procedures, makes observations, and interprets findings.
• Conducts experiments under defined conditions to verify or reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods.
• Organizes and stores all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Records all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
• Maintains equipment and assists in ordering laboratory supplies.
• Ensures that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintains a clean and orderly environment.

Preferred Education Requirements

• Degree in Botany, Biology, or a relevant field.

Competencies / Skill Qualifications

• Proven experience as a lab technician or in a relevant position.
• Experience in Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) and PCR methodology.
• Experience operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment and handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of GMP/GLP and laboratory best practices.
• Excellent physical condition and endurance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Valid laboratory technician license.
• English proficiency required.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; converse and listen; taste or smell.
• Employee must exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to a dusty environment and/or considerable noise.
• Identifies statistical techniques required for establishing, controlling, and verifying process capability and product characteristics.

8:00 AM -4:00 PM Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays