Chemistry Laboratory Assistant

Merieux NutriSciences; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chemistry Laboratory Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining laboratory standards and supporting quality control processes. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to public health initiatives while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining cleanliness, assisting in testing procedures, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to employee growth, this role is perfect for those looking to start their career in a meaningful field.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO package

401(k) plan with employer matching

Qualifications

• Ability to follow specific instructions and operate a motor vehicle.
• General knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
• Perform quality control checks and assist with testing procedures.
• Ensure a safe working environment and participate in audits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Laboratory Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

Chemistry Laboratory Assistant

Crete Analytical Laboratory

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Chemistry Laboratory Assistant in 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417 USA. Your mission will be to:

• Maintain clean laboratory by discarding waste and cleaning and sanitizing countertops, walls, floors, shelves, equipment, sinks, water baths etc using cleaning solvents.

• Maintain clean laboratory by properly storing chemicals, reagents and supplies. Maintain adequate stock of these materials.

• Clean and decontaminate equipment, glassware, metal instruments, sinks, water baths, tables, and test panels, using solvents, water, acetone bath, and cloth or hot-air drier, brushes, and rags, etc.

• Prepare and use cleaning solutions according to specifications.

• Perform quality control checks such as temperature checks, balance verification or detergent residue testing as required by department leadership.

• Assist other laboratory personnel performing testing procedures as instructed by department leadership.

• Maintain equipment, supplies and instrumentation in working order to perform

• necessary preventative maintenance for operating departments.

• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities.

• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process.

• Ensure a safe working environment for laboratory.

• Participate in audits.

• Maintain inventory, rotate supply, discard expired dry, refrigerated and frozen materials and retain as directed by department leadership.

• Completes assigned tasks under supervision of department leadership, while working with team to accomplish department goals

• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned department leadership.

• Clean glassware and other containers and return to laboratory for use.

• Other related duties as assigned.

• At any time, the incumbent must behave and operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner.

YOUR PROFILE

• High school diploma or GED. Entry-level position. This position requires the ability to follow specific instructions. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to enter client data. The incumbent may be required to operate company vehicle that would require the skill to operate a motor vehicle and exhibit safe driving skills.

• Analytical skills are essential to complete analysis procedures and determine the concentration of the microorganism. A general knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System is required to process client data. Physical dexterity is required for manipulating samples. A basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices is required to ensure a safe working environment. Interpersonal skills are required to effectively work within teams.

Compensation Range:
$16.50

Full Time Eligible Benefits Overview:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.
- Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

The information above provides a general overview and may vary based on specific job responsibilities, location, or other factors. Details will be clarified during the hiring process.

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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