LAB TECH

Universal Corporation; Grandview Township (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual wage review

Bonus package

Job summary

Universal Corporation in Grandview, WA is seeking a Lab Technician to perform QA/QC tests across production, including reading microbiological results, calibration, and sanitation verification in the plant.

You will operate and troubleshoot lab equipment, prepare certificates of analysis, and maintain clean, organized lab spaces while supporting in-process testing and data entry during 12-hour shifts on a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Two or more years’ experience in the ingredient, beverage, or food processing industry.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of lab equipment and proper technique in running them.
• Ability to multi-task and handle several priorities at one time.
• Proficient Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Testing includes process testing, final products, bulk storage tanks, and incoming products.
• Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot lab equipment including HPLC.
• Prepare and send Certificate of Analysis for shipments.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab and freezers.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Lab safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

HPLC

Lab equipment operation

Job description

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LAB TECH

Active Full Time Grandview, WA, US

18 days ago Requisition ID: 1526

Salary Range: $21.08 To $23.55 Hourly

Job Description For:Lab Technician

Division/Department:Operations/ Quality Assurance

Location:Grandview, WA

Job Title:Laboratory Technician

Reports To:Laboratory Supervisor

• Salary/Wage- Refer to Job Classification Wage Detail
• Type of Position: Full-Time
• Hours: 40+/week: Hourly
• Annual wage review based on individual performance.
• Company sponsored bonus package dependent upon individual & company performance.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Lab Technician is responsible for all QA/QC tests done on the product. This includes tests during production at each piece of equipment, production samples and retains, and incoming products and samples. The Lab Technician is also responsible for reading microbiological results, calibrating, and cleaning the lab equipment, and verification/validation of sanitation in the plant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Testing includes but is not limited to process testing, final products, bulk storage tanks, outgoing tankers, blending, packaging and incoming products.
• Understanding and being able analyze all products including but not limited to juices, purees, dry product, oils, and incoming ingredients
• Be able to operate, calibrate and troubleshoot all production and satellite lab equipment
• HPLC operation, analysis, and interpretation of results
• Prepare and send Certificate of Analysis for bulk tanker shipments.
• Keep the lab and the sample freezers organized and clean.
• Analyze and resolve problems or assist other employees in resolving problems.
• Verify plant sanitation by inspection, ATP swabbing and Microbiology swabbing.
• Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.
• Assisting in Lab trials and special testing requirements as needed
• Daily data entry of testing results

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

• Notify the supervisor if any test is out of specifications.
• May be required to perform other tasks other than those listed.

WORK EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Two or more years’ experience in the ingredient, beverage, or food processing industry
• Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of the lab equipment and the proper technique in running them.
• The ability to multi-task (handle several priorities at one time).
• Good computer skills including literacy with Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with lab safety and handling of hazardous materials.
• Reliable, responsible, and organized
• Able to pull, push, lift 10+ lbs. safely throughout a 12-hour shift.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent or higher.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are subject to pre-employment drug testing.