General Lab Analyst

Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life

Flexible Spending Account

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

11 Paid Holidays

401K with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Family owned and operated meat manufacturer located in Fort Atkinson, WI is seeking a versatile Laboratory Analyst to cross-train in all lab positions, conduct tests per methods and SOPs, and aid in lab efficiency and upkeep.

This role requires strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision, plus willingness to work on weekends/holidays as needed. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field with relevant experience.
• Good problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to work in a group setting.
• Good verbal and written skills to effectively communicate.
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Cross train in all positions in the Laboratory to provide coverage, as needed.
• Provide assistance or training to other Lab Analysts and Lab Aides, as needed.
• Perform laboratory duties following approved methods SOPs in an accurate, timely, and economical manner.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and facility per schedule and SOPs in a timely manner with action taken as appropriate.
• Perform laboratory QC program requirements in a timely and accurate manner with corrective action taken for non-compliant samples, results, or trends.
• Assist with maintaining an effective training verification program.
• Provide on-call coverage on weekends and holidays.
• Flexible hours with occasional weekend and holiday work.
• Accepts special projects and completes them accurately and in a timely manner.

Job description

• Associate’s degree in a related field with relevant experience.
• Good problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to work in a group setting.
• Good verbal and written skills to effectively communicate.
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Technology/Equipment: Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or related field.
• 2 years of experience in a food laboratory. Knowledge of GLPs.
• Technology/Equipment: Prior experience with computer-based LIMS.

Physical Requirements:

Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate office equipment efficiently. Requires frequent walking, bending, standing, stooping, reach above shoulders, talking, hearing and sitting with exposure to production areas requiring use of safety equipment and exposure to cold, wet, damp, hot and noisy environments. Ability to distinguish color, lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

Description

Position Summary:

Cross train in all positions in the Laboratory in order to provide coverage, as needed. Conduct all tests per methods and SOPs. Independently take the initiative to ensure the efficiency of the lab by aiding other lab employees and maintaining the general upkeep of the lab.

Responsibilities:

• Cross-train in all positions in the Laboratory to provide coverage, as needed.
• Provide assistance or training to other Lab Analysts and Lab Aides, as needed.
• Perform laboratory duties following approved methods SOPs in an accurate, timely, and economical manner.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and facility per schedule and SOPs in a timely manner with action taken as appropriate.
• Perform laboratory QC program requirements in a timely and accurate manner with corrective action taken for non-compliant samples, results, or trends.
• Assist with maintaining an effective training verification program.
• Provide on-call coverage on weekends and holidays.
• Flexible hours with occasional weekend and holiday work.
• Accepts special projects and completes them accurately and in a timely manner.

Salary & Benefits

Benefits Package:

We offer excellent compensation and benefit packages:

• Medical Insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account
• Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Short Term Disability/Sick Pay
• Long Term Disability available
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with a 100% Employer Match on 5.5% of eligible earnings
• Professional Development Including Tuition Reimbursement & more!

Company

Family owned and operated meat manufacturer located in Fort Atkinson, WI.