Intermittent Lab Technician II - Agriculture

State of Ohio; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Agriculture is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Technician to join the Consumer Protection Laboratory team in Reynoldsburg, OH. You will perform routine lab tasks, prepare reagents, and assist with sample processing under supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining chain of custody, logging samples, preparing standard solutions, and supporting higher level analysts with testing and data entry.

Qualifications

• Background in laboratory work or related science.
• Basic arithmetic: fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Experience with laboratory equipment or basic testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned laboratory activities following SOPs and supervisor instructions.
• Logs in, stores, disposes samples and maintains chain of custody using computer systems.
• Calculates chemical quantities and prepares reagents/standard solutions.
• Prepares reagents and standard solutions for testing.
• Performs sample homogenization, extraction and preparation for analysis.
• Receives official lab samples from staff, couriers and clients.
• Maintains chain of custody and related documentation.
• Assists with sample accessioning and clarifications on irregular entries.
• Receives supplies and coordinates with couriers/vendors.
• Responds to phone/email inquiries and routes as needed.
• Sets up courier shipments for the lab.
• Maintains visitor logs and access passes.
• Liaises with vendors for lab attire, gases and vending services.
• Cleans glassware and lab utensils; assists with instrument maintenance.
• Participates in quality-related activities and meetings.
• Uses LIMS and supports data entry and record filing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory

Job description

The Ohio Department of Agriculture is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Technician to join the Consumer Protection Laboratory team in Reynoldsburg, OH. You will perform routine lab tasks, prepare reagents, and assist with sample processing under supervision.

Responsibilities include maintaining chain of custody, logging samples, preparing standard solutions, and supporting higher level analysts with testing and data entry.