Lab Analyst I

TekWissen LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

TekWissen Group is seeking a Lab Analyst I for our Kansas City, MO site. This temporary role runs 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM and requires routine analytical testing for QC and process development.

The position involves data entry in LIMS/CDS, equipment upkeep, and cross-shift collaboration in a 24-hour production environment. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of lab experience, with strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 1 year of laboratory experience or related experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze results against standards.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for team collaboration.
• Ability to troubleshoot instrument issues with minimal support.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing on samples in the Analytical Services lab.
• Support process control, quality control, and product development testing.
• Work eight-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays, on 12-hour cycles.
• Operate and maintain LIMS/CDS systems and report results accurately.
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, and manage waste per regulations.
• Identify process improvements and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

LIMS

CDS

HPLC

GC

Job description

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, headquartered in Leverkusen, and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds and biotechnology products.

Job Title:Lab Analyst I

Location:Kansas City, MO 64120

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift: 7:00 PM 7:00 AM (12‑hour shifts)

Job Description:

• This position performs routine testing on all samples in the Analytical Services laboratory, providing analytical data for process control, quality control, process development, product development, and waste management.
• Employee will be required to work eight hours shifts, and rotating days within shift every three to four months.
• Client KC Quality Control lab is a 24 hours production site that operates on three shifts.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays).
• Request additional work to increase team productivity.
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, dispose of solid/liquid waste and other duties to help in the overall operations of the laboratory.
• Train others on waste management.
• Alert lab leadership of issues or discrepancies involving sample integrity, supply inventory, safety concerns, or analysis irregularities.
• Communicate troubleshooting opportunities in testing processes.
• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays).
• Request additional work to increase team productivity.
• Conduct basic (operational) preventative maintenance according to work instructions. Identify and communicate operational issues of laboratory instruments and equipment KPIs Understand and operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Chromatography Data System (CDS) system, and other instrument specific computer systems.
• Search various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate information required to complete analyses.
• Promptly and accurately record, calculate and report analytical results.
• Review analytical data and various LIMS reports.
• Communicate and discuss any issues with team members and supervisor.
• Complete data entry for metrics and KPIs Identify process improvement ideas and communicate opportunities.
• Assist in improving established procedures and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate testing results to customers as required; act with customers in mind. Notify leads when supplies/consumables are at critical levels.
• Observe good safety and housekeeping practices.
• Participate in lab/site safety programs and cross site initiatives.
• Maintain knowledgeable of RCRA hazardous waste regulations, waste determinations, waste codes, and how to immediately communicate discovery of spills and leaks

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma + a minimum of 1-year lab experience
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to details and an ability to analyze outcomes against a standard.
• Ability to diagnose the typical instrument problems with little or no assistance and provide assistance to others.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity of the laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years laboratory experience
• Understands basic HPLC and GC operation.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.