Feed & Forage Lab Technician – NIR Analysis

Jobless; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobless is seeking a lab technician to prepare feed and forage samples for testing, log samples, and perform drying, grinding, and NIR dish preparation. The role includes data entry, sample identification, and supporting other lab tasks as needed.

Responsibilities include operating grinders and balance machines, performing NIR analyses, and maintaining laboratory safety and cleanliness. Effective communication with management and staff is essential for successful daily operations.

Qualifications

• Prepare feed samples and log in data accurately.
• Perform NIR analysis and calibrations per SOPs.
• Operate grinders and balance machines with care.
• Maintain lab safety and cleanliness as described in procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare feed samples for testing.
• Operate feed grinders and electronic balance machines.
• Identify samples and subsample as needed.
• Enter required feed data in system.
• Analyze samples by NIR and related methods.
• Assist with special projects and lab maintenance.
• Communicate with supervisors and staff.

Skills

Sample prep

NIR analysis

Data entry

Lab safety

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Electronic balance

Feed grinder

NIR scanner

Job description

Jobless is seeking a lab technician to prepare feed and forage samples for testing, log samples, and perform drying, grinding, and NIR dish preparation. The role includes data entry, sample identification, and supporting other lab tasks as needed.

Responsibilities include operating grinders and balance machines, performing NIR analyses, and maintaining laboratory safety and cleanliness. Effective communication with management and staff is essential for successful daily operations.