Grain Quality Analyst - ISO Lab, High-Throughput Testing

HarveStaff; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HarveStaff LLC seeks a Grain Quality Analyst to support a high-throughput laboratory environment. You will receive, identify, and prepare samples and ensure adherence to ISO procedures to deliver accurate results.

The role requires lab data integrity, ability to prioritize analyses, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in MS Office and LIMS is preferred, with experience in GC, NIR, and NMR advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or closely related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, label, and prepare incoming samples for analysis.
• Verify requested analytical tests and ensure samples are processed according to ISO work instructions.
• Conduct laboratory analyses and obtain accurate, reliable analytical data.
• Prioritize testing activities based on customer needs and laboratory capacity.
• Organize and coordinate projects in a high-throughput laboratory environment.
• Maintain data integrity and accurate laboratory records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient laboratory operations and timely delivery of results.
• Follow established procedures, instructions, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Handle and lift laboratory materials weighing 35–40 lbs.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Analytical testing procedures

Data integrity

Time management

Microsoft Office & LIMS

Teamwork

GC/NIR/NMR

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Engineering/Biochemistry/Biology

3+ years related industry experience

Tools

LIMS

GC

NIR spectroscopy

NMR

Colorimetry

Job description

HarveStaff LLC seeks a Grain Quality Analyst to support a high-throughput laboratory environment. You will receive, identify, and prepare samples and ensure adherence to ISO procedures to deliver accurate results.

The role requires lab data integrity, ability to prioritize analyses, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in MS Office and LIMS is preferred, with experience in GC, NIR, and NMR advantageous.