Central Service Technician

Kemin Industries; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hennesy Research Associates - a Kemin company is hiring a Part-Time Central Service Technician at our Lenexa, Kansas site. You will wash and prepare laboratory instruments, operate high-pressure autoclaves, and ensure sterilization integrity.

You will maintain thorough documentation of each cycle, supporting USDA audit readiness and quality assurance. This role offers on-site work with a focus on accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good basic English communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Wash and prepare laboratory instruments.
• Operate autoclaves to sterilize equipment.
• Maintain documentation of sterilization cycles.
• Assist with general lab maintenance as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Hennesy Research Associates - a Kemin company is hiring for a Part-Time Central Service Technician.

Step into the heart of precision and safety as a Central Service Technician - where every detail matters and every task supports critical scientific and regulatory standards.

In this role, you'll be responsible for meticulously washing and preparing laboratory instruments, operating high-pressure autoclaves to ensure sterilization integrity, and maintaining thorough documentation of each sterilization cycle. Your records may even be reviewed during USDA audits, making your work essential to compliance and quality assurance. If you're passionate about process, accuracy, and contributing to a mission that safeguards public health, this is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This position is based on-site at our Lenexa, Kansas location.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…

• A competitive financial package - in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.
• Robust health and wellness support - we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.
• Continued learning opportunities - Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• The chance to give back to our world - Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives.
• Opportunities to support our valued educators - Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in lab maintenance, e.g. glassware cleaning, keeping the lab orderly.
• Confirming pipette calibrations.
• Equipment cleaning.
• Other general duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must interact well with others in a team environment.
• Exhibit attention to detail.
• Basic PC skills.
• Good oral communication skills with a minimal English proficiency level.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed/religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status (where applicable), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions, age (40+), disability (including the use of a service animal), genetic information, marital status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision‑making, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email [e-mail].

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.